The Methacton High School Theatre Company performed Little Shop of Horrors from Feb. 26 to March 1, the first time the company has put on this production.
Mrs. Fitzgerald, the company’s director, said she enjoyed this year’s production because it was entertaining, and she loved seeing Methacton students entertain the audience.
“This year’s musical was so much fun. Watching the audience get to enjoy it night after night was a blast. Seeing our students shine is always the most enjoyable part for me of any musical.”
Abigail Drummond, who played the role of Seymour in the green cast, believed the most challenging part was the double casting.
“I think what was challenging was the double casting, since it was something we’d never done before in recent years.”
Co-Stage Manager Sabella Howard said the most challenging part was maneuvering the musical that relied on multiple props compared to other MTC Productions.
“This year’s musical was my favorite, but it was definitely difficult to navigate. It was prop-heavy, and it was way different than Alice.”
Talia Smerecki, LSOH’s Music Director, who also took on the role of Audrey in the Green cast, viewed the performance as astounding and vibrant, a show that represented the musical talents at Methacton
“We had a great turnout for all four performances, and I think that really helped keep energy up over the show weekend. We had an incredible distribution of talent across both casts, yet both the Green and White casts brought something special to their characters that really made each performance unique.”
Mrs.Fitzgerald believed this show was the most challenging musical MTC had done for two reasons: the weather and the use of puppets.
“This was by far the most technically difficult show we have done at the high school in a long time. Integrating the puppets as well as scene changes that had to happen at the same time that other scenes were going on was definitely difficult. We also lost tons of time due to the weather. I am not sure we have had this much snow/FIDs in a LONG time.”
Drummond felt the most rewarding part of being in this production was how well it was acclaimed and enjoyed by the audience.
“What’s rewarding for me is that it was so well-received. Everybody put so much work into this show, and I can’t believe the positive feedback we’ve gotten.”
Smerecki regards the relationships built as one of the most rewarding parts of being involved in the musical.
“The connections you make will last a lifetime. I’ve met some of my closest friends doing theatre at MHS, and continue to meet new people every year. Coming to rehearsal after school is one of the highlights of my day.”
MTC has not yet decided on its plans for the fall play or next year’s musical. In the meantime, the Warriors Performance Group will put on its Showcase on March 27 at 7 p.m. in MHS’s auditorium.
