Mamma Mia! This year, Madeira theater produced the smash Broadway hit Mamma Mia! The energy around this production was incredibly high and the students loved being part of a newly released show. The cast and crew enjoyed the positive and femalecentric messages in the musical as they told the story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. Keenan Parker ’20 shined in the role of Donna Sheridan with show-stopping numbers “Slipping Through My Fingers” and “The Winner Takes it All.” The upbeat ensemble powered through tricky harmonies and dances, performing every musical number with the spirit of a rock concert. The record number of audience members were dancing in the aisles, singing along to their favorite ABBA songs.
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In March, Madeira hosted the Washington Area Independent School Dance Education Association’s (WAISDEA) annual festival. The Madeira Select dancers performed multiple pieces, including several choreographed by senior Sophie Fouladi. Dancers from Holton Arms School and Sandy Spring Friends School were in attendance, sharing their hard work. The Madeira students later showcased their work during the Dance/Gate All-School Meeting. Students choreographed pieces in collaboration with the Gate Literary Magazine team to create dances to spoken poetry. The event was a stunning showcase of the talent and skill of our Select dancers and writers. 28
MADEIRA TODAY SUMMER 2019
