IN Carlynton-Montour Summer 2014 | Page 9

Montour Musical This spring, David E. Williams Middle School in the Montour School District became East High, as the 7th and 8th graders of the middle school proudly presented “High School Musical, Jr.” With a cast and crew of approximately 85 and 20, respectively, the show was a major success. The students did a phenomenal job and they made it clear how much they enjoyed themselves from the opening number to the closing of the curtain. The musical process began in October when the students auditioned. Rehearsals then began in mid-December for about two weeks then picked back up at the beginning of January after the students returned from the holiday break. In a process like this, it is easy for the students to become and feel like a family. Sitting in the audience for the closing performance, you could tell that the “family” was sad to see it end. The talent in these kids is truly incredible. The acting was believable, the voices were outstanding, and the choreography was spot on... things some may not expect to see in a middle school production. One thing for certain is the cast and crew received the response they deserved. The show was sold out for 3 of the 4 performances, and approximately 35 chairs were added to the back of the house. Each performance ended with a standing ovation from the audience... and the kids deserved nothing less than that. Park Manor Boulevard Improvements Underway in Robinson Township Work is underway on Park Manor Boulevard in Robinson Township. Single lane closures will occur in both directions on Park Manor Boulevard from Robinson Town Centre Boulevard to Robinson Lane weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. through the end of July. Crews from Donegal Construction Corporation will be modifying an existing concrete median to create center turning lanes, upgrading traffic signals and crosswalks, pedestrian and bicycle improvements, a bus hub shelter and constructing a Florida T roadway improvement. For additional project information, please contact the Airport Corridor Transportation Association at 412.533.4600. Motorists are advised to use caution and expect delays and changing traffic patterns when traveling through the area. Log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major roadways before traveling. ■ Carlynton-Montour | Summer 2014 | icmags.com 7