Godspell
The dynamic cast of the St Andrew’s College and the Diocesan School for Girls production of the 70s Broadway musical ‘Godspell’ had audience members clapping for more after their first performance at the Drill Hall in Grahamstown on 20 June 2007.
Directed by Aidan Smith the production was colourful, sharp-witted, serious and yet peppered with humour. The confident cast of 24 delivered heart-felt performances which included bold dialogue, singing and dancing based on the Gospel according to St Matthew.
The tone was freshened-up for 21st century youth and the young cast managed to pull off what could be described as complicated profound content. The lead role played by Siyandiswa Mnyanda was expressed boldly and with poise.
“This has been a young cast of astonishing courage and trustfulness,” said Aidan Smith. “The creativity of the cast never ceases to astound me. They are just an endless source of wonderful ideas and insights particularly in the dance choreography.”
Providing the music for the production was a foot-tapping band incorporating Mike Bester (guitar), Keith Moss (piano), Steve Ellis (keyboard) and Gareth Walwyn (keyboard).
“Godspell’s universality and accessibility are the reasons why it still speaks to audiences today, and that is why it is still appeals after so many decades,” said Smith.
Missing Helen8th May 2012
"Missing Helen" will be St Andrew's College and DSG's Dance 2012 Production. Updates on the preparation and production will be posted here.
Ireland Debating Tour4th May 2012
13 College Debaters participated in the St Andrew's Ireland Model United Nations competition in Dublin.
