The girls just finished their spring semester of Stage Kids with their production of Music Man, Jr. The Eureka cast again combined with the Tremont cast to bring the show to the stage.
Cast photo
Adelie sang and danced in the ensemble, but had lots of little parts like painting a fence, dancing with a small group of kids during 76 trombones, and being a band member at the end of the show. I love watching her create a character and express herself on stage.
Staley was cast as Winthrop, the little boy with the lisp. She had multiple lines, a big solo in 'The Wells Fargo Wagon', and a the entire solo song of 'Gary Indiana'. Each play she's in gives her the opportunity to grow in her skills (like learning to lisp) and do something that she absolutely loves.
The girls were supported by Uma and Papa...
Grammie and Grandpa...
and our neighbors and friends Miss Vickie, Miss Marylin, and Mr. Bill.
(Aunt Sandi and Aunt Jan came too, but I didn't get a picture of them.)
It was another fun show and the girls had a great time on stage with their friends.
And Staley was extra excited on closing night when she and I stayed after the show to help strike the set. (That's theater speak for take down and load up the set, props, and costumes.)
I love watching my little thespians enjoy themselves on stage while gaining confidence, learning skills, supporting each other, and making friends. It was another successful performance!
