Girls in the Gang
Lakefield College School presented Girls in the Gang, a witty, yet poignant, play written by Raymond Storey and John Roby. Girls in the Gang concentrates on four women and the members Toronto’s notorious Boyd gang with whom they were connected. Performances took place from May 25-27 in the Bryan Jones Theatre.
Director Greg MacPherson’s strong leadership ensured fabulous performances from the cast and crew. Many audience members commented on the inventive use of space in the theatre. Music Director John Kraus was literally a “one man band” as he accompanied each song, and provided background music and sound effects. Costume builder and designer Megan Watson brought us all back in time to the 1950s. Ms. Watson also introduced a number of students to the art of building costumes and working on set design.
The cast of Girls in the Gang was remarkable. Lindsay Joseph (Doreen) is an incredible singer and actor; LCS is thrilled she has decided to further her study of theatre and vocal music at Acadia University next year. Her portrayal of Doreen was of professional quality; her facial expressions alone speak a thousand words.
Zoe Edwards performed the role of Ann, a sensitive character who fears being alone. Zoe, a Grade 9 student, is a mature performer. She was able to portray the naivety of this character in a subtle and compelling manner. LCS looks forward to seeing Zoe perform in future theatrical productions.
Hilary Bird performed the role of Mary, a deceitful and desperate woman. Hilary’s performance was incredibly believable. She played the role of a complex character, and her performance was strong. Hilary was able to appeal to a number of emotions. She evoked a sense of pity, shame, fear, confidence, and envy. Her character was loved at times, and despised at times.
Brooke Harvey is a graduating student who is new to LCS this year. Brooke’s character, Anna, continually questions her own decisions and deals with significant heartbreak. Brooke is an experienced actor, and her continuous embodiment of Anna’s character strengthened the overall quality of the play. Brooke’s solo, “Wasn’t Born Yesterday,” was incredible.
The Boyd gang members, Eddy, Lenny, Steve, and Willie, were performed by LCS students Scott Seabrooke, Spencer Hodgins, Elliot Pineau, and Jordan Muise. Their performances left the audience in suspense: they made the audience laugh, and they invited the audience to understand a criminal’s view of the world. The audience was on the edge of their seats as Eddy, Lenny, and Willie escape from the Don Jail, and you couldn’t hear a pin drop in the Bryan Jones Theatre at the execution of Eddy and Lenny.
Alice Beesley, Rachel Honig, Ian Bingham, Olivia Saccucci, Tyler Bishop, Emma Smith, Carly DeNure, and Laura Wilson performed a number of supporting roles in the play, including bartenders, dancers, waitresses, models, bank clerks, the mysterious Chinaman, and police officers. A number of students performed more than one role; however, this was never confusing for the audience because each student maintained a solid character at all times.
Courtney Crampton (Producer) and Kane Miller (Technical Director) led the technical crew, which included Mimi Yang (Stage Manager); Jeff Chang, Eugene Kang, Austin McNamee (Technical Crew); Krys Byers, Rachelle Entwhistle-Anderson, Prue Hare, Jessica Britten, and Hanna McMullin (Production Crew). All students worked together for a production that displayed interesting lighting, sound cues on time, an amazing set and costumes, and actors on stage at the right time. This is no small feat.
Congratulations to the cast and crew of Girls in the Gang!
- written by teacher Sarah Young
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Director Greg MacPherson’s strong leadership ensured fabulous performances from the cast and crew. Many audience members commented on the inventive use of space in the theatre. Music Director John Kraus was literally a “one man band” as he accompanied each song, and provided background music and sound effects. Costume builder and designer Megan Watson brought us all back in time to the 1950s. Ms. Watson also introduced a number of students to the art of building costumes and working on set design.
The cast of Girls in the Gang was remarkable. Lindsay Joseph (Doreen) is an incredible singer and actor; LCS is thrilled she has decided to further her study of theatre and vocal music at Acadia University next year. Her portrayal of Doreen was of professional quality; her facial expressions alone speak a thousand words.
Zoe Edwards performed the role of Ann, a sensitive character who fears being alone. Zoe, a Grade 9 student, is a mature performer. She was able to portray the naivety of this character in a subtle and compelling manner. LCS looks forward to seeing Zoe perform in future theatrical productions.
Hilary Bird performed the role of Mary, a deceitful and desperate woman. Hilary’s performance was incredibly believable. She played the role of a complex character, and her performance was strong. Hilary was able to appeal to a number of emotions. She evoked a sense of pity, shame, fear, confidence, and envy. Her character was loved at times, and despised at times.
Brooke Harvey is a graduating student who is new to LCS this year. Brooke’s character, Anna, continually questions her own decisions and deals with significant heartbreak. Brooke is an experienced actor, and her continuous embodiment of Anna’s character strengthened the overall quality of the play. Brooke’s solo, “Wasn’t Born Yesterday,” was incredible.
The Boyd gang members, Eddy, Lenny, Steve, and Willie, were performed by LCS students Scott Seabrooke, Spencer Hodgins, Elliot Pineau, and Jordan Muise. Their performances left the audience in suspense: they made the audience laugh, and they invited the audience to understand a criminal’s view of the world. The audience was on the edge of their seats as Eddy, Lenny, and Willie escape from the Don Jail, and you couldn’t hear a pin drop in the Bryan Jones Theatre at the execution of Eddy and Lenny.
Alice Beesley, Rachel Honig, Ian Bingham, Olivia Saccucci, Tyler Bishop, Emma Smith, Carly DeNure, and Laura Wilson performed a number of supporting roles in the play, including bartenders, dancers, waitresses, models, bank clerks, the mysterious Chinaman, and police officers. A number of students performed more than one role; however, this was never confusing for the audience because each student maintained a solid character at all times.
Courtney Crampton (Producer) and Kane Miller (Technical Director) led the technical crew, which included Mimi Yang (Stage Manager); Jeff Chang, Eugene Kang, Austin McNamee (Technical Crew); Krys Byers, Rachelle Entwhistle-Anderson, Prue Hare, Jessica Britten, and Hanna McMullin (Production Crew). All students worked together for a production that displayed interesting lighting, sound cues on time, an amazing set and costumes, and actors on stage at the right time. This is no small feat.
Congratulations to the cast and crew of Girls in the Gang!
- written by teacher Sarah Young
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We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations. Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.
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