Additionally, a “Key to the Musical”
is passed down from a senior to a
junior who embodies a love and
passion for theater.
The musicals have also imparted
excitement to younger students.
Each year, the cast of the spring
musical travels to the elementary
schools to perform a segment of
the show to youngsters. Senior
John Cantwell, as a child at Crafton
Elementary, said his interest in
theater was inspired by these
assemblies. He has been a principle
character in every play and musical
since freshman year.
The impact of friendships and
bonds developed during spring
musicals is also realized by those
who produce and direct the shows.
Producer Natalie Hatcher, director
Cara Walkowiak, and vocal director
Becca Chenette, all performed
in musicals as former Carlynton
students. The elaborate set design
for The Boy Friend was facilitated
by alumni Jesse Connor. And
former producer Lori Dedola, also a
Carlynton alum, designs the program
books.
The wall outside the auditorium
features the framed program
covers of nearly every Carlynton
High School musical. The display
marks over 35 years of talent, hard
work, and passion, and advocates a
promise to sustain a tradition that
has captured hearts for decades.
11: Hortense distracts the ladies
by leading the ensemble in a
choreographed number to the tune
of “Nicer in Nice.” 12: A somber
Percival Browne faints after meeting
Madame Dubonnet, a former
sweetheart, and is helped off stage
by Perfect Young Ladies Dulcie (Ellie
Davis), Fay (Jaimee Cabili), and Nancy
(Tara Wade). 13: The Perfect Young
Ladies gather at the Carnival ball
on the Terrace of the Café Pataplon
in Nice, excited for an evening of
dancing with handsome young men.
14: Alawna Mallory as Madame
Dubonnet performs “Poor Little
Pierrette” during a scene at the
Carnival ball. 15: In the final act of
The Boy Friend, the ensemble sways
to The Riviera Encore, one of many
artistic choreographed numbers
designed to entertain.
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