played Patty DeMarco with just the right amount of frustration and anger at her partner, Ned Schneebly’s, reluctance to evict his pal, Dewey. Likewise Freddie Howson perfectly played Ned who was drawn between his friend and girlfriend. His musical number with Dewey was especially good. Now to the School of Rock band: I can describe them in one word, sensational. Summer Gracie as Zara (lead guitar), Charlotte Hardcastle as Katie (bass), Mia Gislow as Lauren (keyboard) and last but by no means least Freddie Butler as Freddie (drums) not only played their instruments but acted superbly as well. Summer’s guitar solos were off the scale. Huge congratulations to the four of you. All the kids acted and sang wonderfully. Tilly Musson was perfectly cast as the bossy group manager Summer Hathaway. Jacob Jolly put in a lovely comic performance as Billy. In fact Caitlyn Maclean, Isla Robinson, Summer Brady, Heidi Dawson, Isla Gilbertson Beth Howorth, Armenia Kishmishian, Isaac Wan and Madison Whitham all deserve praise for their enthusiastic performances. Special mention in the singing department must go to Liza Brady as Wallflower Tomika with a voice beyond her years; it was stunning. She is definitely one to watch out for in the future. The adult cast equally stepped up to the mark each playing multiple roles with
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