Despite the current COVID-19 restrictions, it's full 'steam' ahead for Ararat Musical Comedy Society's production of the 'steampunked' Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which is still scheduled to open at the Stawell Entertainment Centre on June 18.
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The lockdown forced the Society to cancel its rehearsals this week, but cast are rehearsing at home and are confident of getting back together for the final two weeks of rehearsals.
This telling of Snow White, which has a steampunk theme and fabulous music from shows such as Dear Evan Hansen, Newsies, High School Musical, Spamalot, and Descendants is guaranteed to put a smile on your face at a time when everyone needs cheering up.
Director Emily Friedrichsen praised all who have worked on Snow White, whether on stage or behind the scenes.
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"I have had the pleasure to work with a brilliant and dedicated cast, crew and committee to see this show come to life," she said.
"Nearly two years of planning and work and there's no way we're letting COVID stop us from taking centre stage, putting on a show that will bring smiles and laughter to us as a group and the community."
Snow White features a cast of almost 30, ranging in age from 22 months through to 70, and with the Society's inclusion policy, meaning anyone who wants to be involved will be given a place in the production, all who are part of this year's show have made a huge contribution to the telling of this wonderful story.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be staged at the Stawell Entertainment Centre, with six performances from Friday June 18 to Sunday June 27 (including two matinees).
Tickets are available from www.stagecenta.com or phone Stagecenta on 02 6253 1454.
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