Local drama group Stone Youth Theatre (SYT) will perform their inaugural production of the popular musical ‘A Chorus Line’ later this month at the Mitchell Arts Centre in Hanley.
With a talented cast of actors, singers, dancers and musicians ranging from ages 13 to 21, the group has been rehearsing every Thursday evening at the town’s Rooftop Studios. The show looks set to be thoroughly entertaining – packed full of musical expression, energy and exuberance – during its run from Wednesday 18th to Saturday 21st February.
Adapted for the stage by Marvin Hamlisch and Edward Kleban, ‘A Chorus Line’ centres on the lives of 17 hopeful dancers as they audition for a Broadway musical of the same name; offering a glimpse into the highs and lows of life as a ‘wannabe’ Broadway performer. Such has been the success and popularity of ‘A Chorus Line’ since its first season in 1975, it has gone on to be performed in theatres all over the world, including a recent run at the West End in London.
Studio director Laura Keeling says: “As a not-for-profit group, it is great to see the impact that Stone Youth Theatre has had on the local community in terms of getting young people involved in the performing arts. It’s a great opportunity for aspiring young actors looking to gain experience and bolster their CV.
All the roles for ‘A Chorus Line’ were auditioned for and drew members from schools, colleges and other drama groups in and around Stafford and Stoke, as well as students from our very own LAMDA drama and PSSA groups. Such was the vast number of talented youngsters eager to be involved in the production that we have been able to form two casts that will each perform each during the performances of the run, meaning that everyone will get a crack at a main role.”
[box type=”info” align=”aligncenter” width=”400″ ]‘A Chorus Line’ by Stone Youth Theatre will be performed at the Mitchell Arts Centre, Stoke on Trent from Wednesday 18th – Saturday 21st February. Tickets are priced at £13.50 for adults / £11 concessions and are available via the Mitchell Arts Centre website www.mitchellartscentre.co.uk or via the box-office 01782 409307.[/box]
