The talented cast from Revere’s musical will entertain you.
Time to support local youth who are engaging in worthwhile pursuits. Not only is it easy to do, but attending this show promises to be hugely entertaining. For the next two weekends, more than 40 Paul Revere Middle School students will be performing the musical Singin in the Rain.
Directed by Lara Ganz, who always coaxes the most exceptional performances from her young actors, there will be 13 performances in the Paul Revere Auditorium, 1450 Allenford Avenue.
For seniors, who don’t like to drive at night, or for parents who have young children with early bedtimes, there are numerous matinees.
Shows are Friday, April 5 and 12 at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 6 at 1 and 5:30 p.m., Sunday, April 7 at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 11 at 4:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 13 at noon and 4:30 p.m.
The musical is based on the beloved movie, Singin’ in The Rain and takes place in Hollywood during the last days of the silent movie era.
When the transition is being made from silent films to `talkies’, actors have to adapt. Don and Lina have been cast repeatedly as a romantic couple, but when their latest film is remade into a musical, only Don has the voice for the new singing part.
After a lot of practice with a diction coach, Lina still sounds terrible, and Don has to undertake extreme measures to save his first talking picture from Lina’s less than glamorous voice. Luckily Kathy, a talented, bright young actress might be the answer.
An actress tries to make the switch from silent pictures to “talkies” in “Singin in the Rain.”
Here’s what the kids say about the show:
“This is my third Paul Revere Middle School show and I can say it’s the best one yet. The cast is amazing and a true community. If you love to laugh and tap then this show will be a blast!” -Emma Mcarthy, 8th grade
“This is the first show I’ve done at Paul Revere, I love the comedy, it makes me laugh every time. I love how the whole cast is my best friend.” -Sebastian Flordio,7th grade
“It’s really exciting to be a part of this classic musical production, everyone’s been super inviting and very accepting. I feel like people are going to be shocked that middle schoolers can be this talented!” -Lily Kadonoff, 7th grade
“This is show is the most incredible experience. Every time we are rehearsing it is so surreal. I love working with everyone here.” -Olivia Malayil, 8th grade
“This is one of the most classic musicals of all time and it’s so much fun to put on and take a step back in time.” -Sophia Harelik, 8th grade
“This show is basically about how celebrating how modern inventions were just being created and forming the modern civilization we have today.” -Swara Amare 7th grade
“Both the cast and stage crew are all students here at Paul revere, and we have accomplished so much. Everyone works together to create something amazing.”-Charlotte Robley, 8th grade crew
“I think that this show is an amazing and classic show. This cast is hard working and dedicated. You shouldn’t miss this classic entertainment!” -Christie Hart, 8th grade
“This show is about laughing and having fun. The characters are jolly and the people playing them should all be proud of their amazing work.” -Jamie Klein, 6th grade
If the kids are having that much fun, the audience will be treated to a fabulous time.
Music director is Nathan Heldman and choreography is by Rebecca Barragan, Mark Marchillo and Aaron Jung. Tickets can be purchased online and there are several prize options. click here.
