Maplewood Richmond-Heights’ High School theatre department recently took the audience on a chilling adventure back in time to a 1960’s mental hospital with their production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.
Through the simple yet creative set, comical acting, and splendidly executed music, St. Andrew’s Pippin made up for a few of its shortcomings and produced an entertaining and thought-provoking performance that interested the audience.
This truly original production touched everyone in the audience and assured them that with hope and the support of people who love you, no problem is unconquerable.
While there are often more questions than answers when it comes to the human mind, Westfield’s show made a powerful statement on the importance of humanity, and through excellent performances the message of acceptance was clearly stated.
Although Seymour, Audrey, and others eventually met their demise at the hands of the evil Audrey II, the audience of Dominion High School’s production of Little Shop of Horrors left the theater all the better because of it, having just enjoyed an impressive display of talent and an entertaining evening of musical comedy.
Pattonville High School put on an enjoyable production that was fun for all who watched.
Francis Howell’s production of Elephant’s Graveyard was an emotional, impactful, and memorable performance.
Filled with freshman and first-timers, the cast and crew of Back To The 80s: The Totally Awesome Musical put on a bright, fun production.
Weaving together comedy and tragedy, Woodbridge’s production of Cyrano ultimately depicted the woes of unrequited love, triumph of true affection, and the simple fact, as Cyrano and Roger learn, that “there are some things the heart cannot disguise.”
Perfectly embodying the lively spirit of the roaring twenties, Clayton High School delivered a lovely performance of Thoroughly Modern Millie.