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THE SUNDAY SANTAN SUN NEWS | JULY 31, 2022
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Chandler teens star in Limelight’s returning ‘Joseph’ BY KATY SPRINGER GETOUT Contributor
When Limelight Performing Arts produced “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” in 2016, the show earned a slew of honors including the National Youth Arts award for “Outstanding Production.” Six years later, the theater is bringing the show back to the Mesa Arts Center. The musical will be on stage Aug. 4-14 and will feature an epic cast of nearly 50 performers ages 6-21 – including 12 kids and teens from Chandler. Set in biblical-era Canaan and Egypt, “Joseph” brings the age-old story of Jacob and his sons to vibrant new life. When Jacob gives Joseph a magnificent coat of many colors, his 11 brothers become so consumed with jealousy they sell him into slavery in Egypt. But because of Joseph’s prophetic gift for interpreting dreams, he ascends from lowly house slave to Pharaoh’s key advisor – and soon redeems the brothers who betrayed him. Despite its weighty themes, the production is upbeat and full of comic relief. With lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, it features colorful characters and costumes, modern choreography and a range of music and dance styles – from country western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and a Pharaoh who sings Elvis.
Chandler cast members in Limelight Performing Arts’ presentation of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” include, from left: Maddie Gillispie, Mia Mcfarland, Josh Boenzi, Camryn Taylor, Meredith Woodward, Kayla King, Alex Hinkle, Violet Mclennan, Zoey Harr, and Claire Willes. (David Minton/GetOut Staff Photographer)
“It’s colorful, inspiring and hilarious,” said Marie South, who, along with Limelight’s artistic director, Emma England, is directing the show. Westley Caryl, 14, is having a great time with his character. “I play the role of Judah, who is one
of the younger brothers,” he said. “He is very laidback and silly, but not the brightest out of his brothers.” Zoey Hart, 15, is part of the ensemble. She says “Joseph” is not your average production. “There are no scenes, only singing
and dance numbers, which isn’t super common in musical theater,” said Hart. “The hardest part for me is making sure I remember every single detail because if you forget the smallest piece of inforSee
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Left: Rich aromas and tasty dishes await visitors to Feringhee Modern Indian Cuisine in Chandler. (Jill McNamara Photography) Right: Madhavi Reddy owns Feringhee Modern Indian Cuisine near Chandler Fashion Center. (David Minton/GetOut Staff Photographer)
New Chandler restaurant enhances Indian cuisine BY SRIANTHI PERERA GetOut Contributor
Feringhee Modern Indian Cuisine has just opened its doors to reveal rich aromas, flavors and tastes near the
Chandler Fashion Center. Consider an average dinner: The Dum Jackfruit Biryani comes in a pot sealed with a crust of dough, which is cut by the server to release a tantalizing whiff of spicy yellow basmati rice nestling underneath. The cover prevents the air from leaking, retains moisture and
helps the rice to absorb the flavors of jackfruit and spices while steaming. The basmati and the jackfruit are layered and slow-cooked to perfection. The dish pairs deliciously with Old Delhi Butter Chicken and a raita – or yogurt – mixed with dabs of avocado and sprinkles of boondi (balled chickpea
flour sweetened and fried). Feringhee (translates to “foreigner”) is the brainchild of Madhavi Reddy, who has created an elegant restaurant to showcase food from the diverse regions of India. The dishes are traditional See
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