On the heels of impressive performances of The Sound of Music and The Little Mermaid, expectations are deservedly high for this year’s production from Theatre Norwell.
This spring, dozens of students from the local secondary school theatre are coming together in full 80s fever, as they prepare for Footloose.
Written by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie, with music by Tom Show and lyrics by Dean Pitchford, the show tells the musical tale of a town that banned dancing.
The cast is comprised of 45 students in Grades 9 to 12 as well as returning fifth year students. Behind the scenes, Norwell’s senior arts production program is building sets, designing costumes and ensuring word gets around about the show.
When asked about expectations for success in this year’s production, artistic director Marla Spencer noted, “We generally have great support for Theatre Norwell … We hope that continues and we hope that everyone buys a ticket and comes to see what we’ve been up to.”
Footloose opens at Norwell District Secondary School on May 10 and continues May 11 and May 12, at 7:30pm with the doors opening at 7pm.
There is also a matinee performance taking place on May 12 at 2pm, with the doors opening at 1:30pm.
Adult tickets are currently on sale for $12 each, and student/senior tickets are selling for $10.
For the Saturday matinee, a family deal is in place where two children and two adults can all attend the show for $30.
For more information, contact Norwell District Secondary School at 519-343-3107.
