25 Jun 2016
Once again our school community has presented a wonderful musical, Beauty and the Beast, to enthusiastic crowds over five nights in the last week. A total of 146 students, 21 staff, 5 former students and 51 parents have been working exceptionally long hours over the past 6 weeks to ensure that the production was of the lofty standards that we have come to appreciate with our musicals.
Feedback from the audiences of all aspects of the production has been glowing. The acting, singing, dancing, orchestra, sound and lighting, set design, costumes and hair and make-up have all been beyond reproach, and these are only the aspects that go to make up what is presented on stage. Add to that the logistics of feeding the cast and crew, running the canteens on the night, designing and printing programs, ticketing, photography and videography and you can only imagine the work that has gone on ‘behind the scenes'. A huge thank you to each one for all your hard work.
Particular mention must be made of our school musical director, Marisa Carolan. For 14 years, Marisa has directed musicals and drama ensemble showcases at Manly Selective ever since she came to our school. Add to this her remarkable achievements with student HSC performances, and her excellent stewardship as Head Teacher of our English faculty, and you have the hallmark of a most talented and generous educator.
This year's production of Beauty and the Beast will sadly be Marisa's final work. She is hanging up her hat as Director and her expertise, leadership, artistic vision and passion will be sorely missed.Thank you Marisa for all that you have done to ensure the high quality of musicals at Manly Selective Campus over such a long period of time.