Madagascar- East Ayr State School

EAST AYR STATE EAST AYR STATE EAST AYR STATE SCHOOL SCHOOL SCHOOL

PRESENTS PRESENTS PRESENTS

AUGUST 4TH, 5TH 2023 BURDEKIN

THEATRE

Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture

Book By Kevin Del Aguila Original Music and Lyrics by George Noriega & Joel Someillan

Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia)

All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia

From the Directors

Anna Wallace and Jane Olsen

When we first sat around the staff room table with members of staff who thought they might be interested in being a part of the East Ayr State School musical, we were so excited by how many of our team were keen on making this opportunity a reality for our students. From that first meeting, they have jumped on board with every wild and wacky idea that we have thrown at them to create this show that we are so very proud of. Furthermore, it was always with smiles on their faces and a, “Is there anything else we can do?”

The East Ayr State School community is so fortunate to have so many wonderful staff, parents and caregivers that have such different talents, different skillsets and have as much as passion as we do to create these wonderful opportunities for our students. Even the teachers, who are not directly involved in the musical, have supported its success. Whether it be taking on extra playground duties or sacrificing their students to mid-lesson singing rehearsals, nothing has ever been too much trouble. Also, a big thanks to our school leadership team who have wholeheartedly supported this musical from day dot. We also cannot thank the unsung heroes, our parents and caregivers, enough for their commitment to this production. Making sure the children are at all rehearsals and have all the things they require is often a thankless job. But we thank you!

It’s not often that we get to fully involve the whole school and the wider community into our learning but when we do, as with this production, it makes our little people grow with such confidence and creativity. It has been so exciting to see the kids’ skills grow and how quickly they have taken ownership of their characters, providing thoughtful offers in rehearsals and being fully invested in learning more about their stagecraft. We aspire, as grown adults, to take direction as immediately and impressively as these kids have since we began rehearsals. As this show has evolved and transformed into the musical you see today, it has been a privilege to see the kids’ confidence grow in their creativity, their bravery with expressing new ideas, and ultimately their stage presence grow too.

But what has become one of the most special things to watch is the extent of the relationships that have developed with their peers. The kids have met new friends in different grades, found common interests, and enjoyed each other’s company. What an amazing opportunity for our students! This is what makes theatre so special to us, and why we wanted to share it with the students of East Ayr State School. The relationships you form and the memories you make last a life time. This production has been no small feat, so many hands have made relatively light work, which is why the kids have heard us say, eleventy billion times, “This is the best team sport you’ll ever play!”

Shhh! Don’t tell Mr Wicks we said that!

From the Principal

Chris Wicks

East Ayr State School is Crackalaking! This is another proud moment for our wonderful school. The cast and crew of Madagascar have worked exceptionally hard to deliver the quality show you are about to watch. The talent and effort that we have on stage tonight is second to none. The best part about this truth is that many of our performers are taking the stage for the very first time. They don’t have extensive experience in singing, dancing and acting- they are first timers that have been mentored with skill, passion and expertise. They are State School students who have the support and care of their teachers and the encouragement and support of their families. These are the perfect ingredients for the collaboration needed to create healthy and confident people in our community.

I’d like to thank the staff of East Ayr State School for finding the energy above and beyond their role description to plan and execute a project like this. Putting a musical together is not an easy task. Your need lots of talent. Singing, dancing, acting, set building, sewing and problem solving- bases we have covered by wonderfully skilled contributors. School life became 7 days a week for a lot of our people and it has yielded wonderful results.

The support from our parents and families has been outstanding. So many people have recognised the value of this project and generously volunteered their time to enrich the experience of our young people. I have enjoyed your input, company and friendship along the way. Thank you for supporting the organising team and your young people. This effort makes our school a great place to be.

Finally, to our super talented students, you have brought a tear to our eye. We are proud of your achievements. You have exceeded expectation and put your best foot forward. The benefit you will receive from this experience is hard to measure. All we ask is that you are thankful for the opportunity and that you use this show as a platform for achieving many more wonderful highlights in your life. The spotlight is yours tonight and we are in awe of your achievements- congratulations and well done.

MEET THE CAST

X Y A N

PPER ALSKI RICO

VATE

Celesi Taiters

Maia Mala

Minka Cro

Linc Chand

Hudson Hora

Liam Cathca

Raymond John Lampton

William Shears

KING JULIEN

AURICE MASON

Mason Cazzuli

Andrea Reinke

Tannar Cole

ZOO GUESTS, NEW YORKERS, ANIMALS, LIONESSES, FOOSA, LEMURS, SERVERS, STEAKS

Aaliyah Hazelman

Addison Reid

Adelle Morello

Aleeyah Lewis

Alexandra Moloney

Allie Boland

Amelia Rosten

Amity Baxter

Amity Power

Ava Raitelli

Ayve Cursio

Bella Galbraith

Camryn Toomey

Caydence Bromley

MINI PENGUINS

Oliver Cavanagh

Angus Wicks

Kip Nicholas

Chaz Moschella

MINI MONKEY

Marshall Parker

Edith Innes

Emilee Wassmuth

Emily Botteon

Emily Lyne

Finlee Bright

Flynn Ogden

Gracie Giardina

Hallie Friend

Harmony Vickers

Holly Schatkowski

Hunter Oar

Isabella Graham

Jacob Munro

Jaques Gardner

Kelsey Laidlow

Lewis Bonato

Maicey Ferguson

McKenna-Jo Russo

Mika Strano

Mitchell Patti

Phoebe Dennis

Quinn Jones

Ruby Dumeresq

Ruby Oats

Savannah Euler

Skye Wellington

Tilly Chandler

Tilly Loader

ZOOKEEPERS LEMURS

Isobel Littlefield

Emily Kross

Edee Pennisi

Brynn Nielson

Charlotte Lawry

BACKSTAGE

ZELDA ZEKE

ZOE

Charlotte Lawry

Edee Pennisi

Andrea Reinke

CANDY HAMMERNOSE/ FOOSA LEADER

Stella Borellini

Rhylan Power, Annan Power, Kashdyn Nash, Parker Oar, Rohan Kelly, Jack Scutt

LYNN LEW LEE LARS

MORT

ENSEMBLE

FROM THE ZOO...

TO THE WILD!

MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM

Directors

Vocal Directors

Choreographers

Costumes

Props

Hair

Makeup

Sound Technician

Lighting Design

Jane Olsen / Anna Wallace

Olivia Licciardello / Sian Reardon

Deborah Fritz / Jade Boxall

Jess Johnson / Belinda Laidlow

Roxanne Halliday / Linda Scott

Amy Chandler

Jade Boxall / Sian Reardon

David Luscombe

James Fahey

SPECIAL THANKS

Allison Borellini, Amanda Corradi, Amy Raitelli, Amie Ferguson, Angie Baxter, Anna Matthews, Ben Cavanagh, Brooke Cavanagh, Burdekin Singers and Theatre Company, Carli Baxter, Charmaine Reid, Chris Wicks, Corryn Innes, Dana Crooks, Dave Innes, Elissa Lando, Emily Nash, Emma Giardina, Emma Parker, Gary Halliday, Jaimie Horan, Julie Cathcart, Julie Dumeresq, Kellie Lawry, Kelly

Malaponte, Kirra Hodder, Kris Favale, Kristine Perri, Kristy Wassmuth, Kristy

Raitelli, Lindy Reinke, Louise Nicholas, Michelle Oats, Nat Strano, Ned Bonato, Petrina Wellington, Rachel Webber, Sally Friend, Sarah Shears, Tanya Munro, Thomas Pickersgil, Tianna Griggs

East Ayr State School gratefully acknowledges the assistance of all members of the East Ayr State School Community, Burdekin Community and Burdekin Theatre staff who helped in preparations for "Madagasacar". Like any production, Madagascar is truely a community effort!