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Local children see Oliver! at Howell’s School, Llandaff

More than two hundred pupils from the following schools: Llandaff City Primary School, Rhydypennau Primary School, St Mary’s RC Primary School, Bryn Deri, Radnor Road Primary School, Cefn Onn Primary School were invited to the dress rehearsal for Oliver! by the students at Howell’s School, Llandaff.

The Howell’s students from years 5 – 13 auditioned in the summer term and started rehearsal for this big production in the autumn term. This musical performance which has a full orchestra (with many of the music students having the opportunity to perform) will be running for four nights from Wednesday 4th February until Saturday 7th February. There are a few tickets left, if you wish to come along, please contact: Mrs Scourfield on 029 2056 2019.

It has been a very exciting time for the cast and crew and they have enjoyed the experience.

Here are some of the comments from the main characters:

Michaela Melia, aged 12
– Oliver
“I was thrilled to be given the part of
Oliver and have enjoyed every moment
of it. I have got to know many new
people and will remember this for ever!”

Harry Brooks, aged 17
– Fagin
“During the rehearsals, I have got to
know the people in my year as well as
the years below. I have enjoyed getting
to know the teachers and giving
something back to the school.”

Ellie Campbell, aged 16
– Nancy
“I was extremely happy to be given the
opportunity to play the part of Nancy.
I have had a brilliant time rehearsing
and working with new people. I hope
everyone enjoys the show!”

Morgan Jones, aged 17
– Artful Dodger
“It has been my first big production
and I have thoroughly enjoyed the
experience. I hope the skills I have
learned through drama are going to be
useful later in life.”

Megan Fairclough, aged 14
– Noah Claypole
“It was great working with other people
of different ages across the school.
I’d love to participate in another
production in the future.”