8 An interview with the Cat in the Hat, senior Alex Gibson. HOW DID THE CAT IN THE HAT ROLE COMPARE WITH YOUR PREVIOUS ROLES? “All my other roles have been deep voiced, manly men. This role allows me to let loose and get more creative with character.” WHAT WERE SOME OF YOUR PERSONAL GOALS TO ACCOMPLISH IN THEATRE THIS YEAR? “I put a lot more of myself into the character because the script doesn’t always tell you exactly what to do.” WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SCENE IN SEUSSICAL AND WHY? “I really like the last scene, because it is the biggest part of the show.” WHAT WAS THE MOST CHALLENGING PART? “It’s hard to be constantly highenergy, even after a terrible day.” WHAT PART DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST? “It’s so different from other roles I’ve had, but it definitely gives me more freedom.”
An interview with
Gertrude McFuzz, senior Hannah Dickerson
November 10, 2009
FEATURES
Seussical practices, produces and performs By SARAH SQUILLANTE AND BRIDGET THOMAS
St aff writ ers Northview’s Theatre Department entertained audiences with their presentation of Seussical the Musical. The musical attracted mass numbers of viewers at the Franciscan Center November 6, 7 and 8. Over 148 students were involved in the production, which included flying, outlandish costumes, props and a $30 to $35 thousand price tag. The costs were covered through advertisement sales, ticket sales and various fundraisers held by the cast and crew. Rehearsals started for the production the second week of school, with two hours dedicated to vocal rehearsals. Closer to production week, they lasted six hours or longer. Tech week began November 2, when the crew officially moved to the Franciscan Center and began four days worth of rehearsals complete with costumes, make-up, props and lighting. The musical was chosen as a way to give the senior class the opportunity to showcase as many students as possible, according to director Mr. Don Wachowiak. “It’s really challenging in the pit, vocally and with the acting as well,” said Mr. Wachowiak. “But it’s a show where people are familiar with the characters but not the plot.” “In the end when the cast, crew and pit are recognized for their talents and hard work, it makes it worth it for me,” said Mr. Wachowiak.
WHAT WERE SOME OF YOUR GOALS FOR THIS MUSICAL? “I wanted to work really hard and have a great experience.” HOW DID THE ROLE OF GERTRUDE COMPARE TO PREVIOUS ROLES YOU HAVE PLAYED? “The character is really awkward, but I can really relate to her.” WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE SCENE AND WHY? “The opening because it is so energetic.” WHAT WAS THE MOST CHALLENGING PART OF BEING IN THE PLAY? “It was difficult to work with all the set pieces.” WHAT’S THE PART YOU LOVED MOST? “Working with such a great cast.”
PORTRAYING THING 1 AND THING 2 ARE junior Kaylie Martinez and freshman Morgan Rondinelli. “Being Thing 1 has been a blast and Morgan and I have become great friends,” said Martinez. SETTING THE SCENE AS THE CAT IN THE HAT IS senior Alex Gibson. “I had to be more willing to make a fool of myself,” said Gibson. BUILDING SET PIECES IN PREPARATION FOR THE SHOW is senior Paige Luther. PAINTING A SET PIECE FOR THE SHOW is senior Baily Managhan. REHEARSING WITH THE PIT ORCHESTRA IS senior Jennifer Grimmer. The pit orchestra was comprised of musicians from both band and orchestra. “It’s hard work, but when it comes down to the actual musical, it’s fun,” said freshman bassist Tabatha Hass. Photos by Halie Langhals and Haley Nelson