Good afternoon.
This past spring, I produced my first musical and the first musical at the school since 1961! I chose "Back to the 80's," and it was a hit. The community, parents, and students loved it. The school board gave us special recognition on what all we've done out here.
Now ... the kids want another musical. This is a good issue to have, but I feel limited. I have one or two strong males, loads of dedicated and strong females.
I'm still in the business of building my program and having the funds to produce a large-scale show. Any suggestions on a good follow-up show for the next go-round?
I know my community, and the show needs to be upbeat, contain recognizable music.
Some ideas I'm kicking around are:
"High School Musical," Cheesy, yes, but it has recognition. Though, when I've seen it, it's usually a disappointment because it lacks the Disney bells and whistles.
"Bye, Bye Birdie"
"The Music Man"
"L'il Abner"
"Annie Get Your Gun"
I don't have the diversity to pull off "Hairspray," we're a homogeneous student body here.
My ITS president would like to see us do "The Wizard of Oz" or "Seussical." I don't think I have the guy talent for "Wizard." What's an estimated cost to do "Seussical?" The costume rental and all looks quite extensive and expensive.
Anybody have smaller budget musicals that have done exceptionally well and had great student and community support?
Thanks!
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Jared Grigsby
English and Journalism Teacher / Drama Director
MSD of Boone Township
Hebron, IN
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