The Cooper City High School Thespians are preparing once again to steal the show with a spring musical. The club is putting on a production of “Into the Woods,” a play by James Lapine that combines the elements of many well-known fairy tales into one cohesive story.
“I think anyone can enjoy ‘Into the Woods,’” Thespians Historian Alex Brower said. “If you like fairytales and want to see them come to life, then it’s a pretty exciting adventure.”
The many pieces of the Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault fairy tales are woven together with the journey of a childless baker and his wife through the woods. They meet many characters along the way, from stories such as “Rapunzel” and “Jack and the Beanstalk.” Though the musical first debuted in 1987, a Disney live action film of the same name was released in 2014. But even if the audience has not previously seen the show or the movie, they are sure to recognize characters such as Cinderella or Little Red Riding Hood.
The CCHS Thespians have been working tirelessly to bring the musical to campus since auditions were held in December. The cast and crew have met nearly every day after school for rehearsals, which often last until 7 p.m..
“The production itself is a challenge, with complicated music, timing and technical aspects,” Thespians President Rylee Berger said. “I think that has made us as the production team and as a club stronger and better.”
“I feel like the cast and crew have both worked so hard and put in countless hours to really show the community the talent we have,” Berger said
Throughout the past week, the cast and crew have spent numerous hours refining and rehearsing for the upcoming show. The Thespians are also continuing to work on the details of the props, costumes and stage design.
“This week we have been setting up our boards, microphones and sound,” Thespians Head of Publicity Nick Montesano said. “The cast has been getting their choreography down to the set and the music.”
Productions are not only a learning opportunity and a way to get involved in the school, but they are necessary to support the Thespians club. The school’s fall play and spring musical are the club’s main fundraising opportunities for the entire year.
After the time and effort that has been poured into this production, the Thespians are hopeful that there will be a successful turnout. CCHS students, friends and family have the opportunity to see the musical and support the club on March 1 at 7 p.m., March 2 at 6:30 p.m. and March 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.. Tickets are eight dollars presale and $12 at the door.
“I feel like the cast and crew have both worked so hard and put in countless hours to really show the community the talent we have,” Berger said
Photo by Sarah Khan
