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Issue 53 – June 2015 – QUEEN MARGARET CALLING
The joint production of Grease by Queen Margaret College
and Scots College was a toe tapping, hand jiving success.
With musical favourites Greased Lightning, Summer Nights,
and We Go Together , the musical was enjoyed by all those who
attended.
Rachel KempWhimp who played the title role of Sandy, was very
excited to perform Grease on stage, having seen the film multiple
times.
“Grease has so many fun musical numbers, which everyone
knows the words to,” Rachel comments.
She enjoyed the process of becoming the naïve and innocent
Sandy.
“Sandy only sees the best in people but then she starts to stand
up for herself and take charge of her life, which was a fun transition
to play.”
Kendall Tatham, who played Jan from the Pink Ladies credits
director Rachel Henry as doing an amazing job as director,
Grease is the Word
Term 1 went off with a bang as Pink Ladies and T-Birds descended on Queen Margaret College.
particularly in helping the students bring life to their characters.
“The musical was really fun and there was no holding back when
it came to characters so we could really let loose and play with them,”
Kendall says.
According to Musical Director Tim Jenkin, Grease was one of
the most demanding shows he has ever been a part of at Queen
Margaret College.
“The sheer scope of the musical numbers, the complexity of the
script, and the short time frame meant it was a real challenge for
both students and directors alike.”
He says the show was a tribute to the hard work and dedication
to the cast of 42 Queen Margaret College and Scots College students
who gave up their Sundays to produce an outstanding show.
“Special acknowledgement must go to Director Rachel Henry
and Choreographer Carrie McLaughlin for their expertise and
patience, as well as to all the other members of the team who made
this memorable production possible.”