For the past eight months, the educators and learners from the West Rand School for the Disabled have been hard at work getting ready for this year’s revue.
Every two years, this school puts together a spectacular show and pulls out all the stops. These shows are their main form of income and the money raised is used to buy wheelchairs, hearing devices and other equipment to assist the children in their school.
The News was invited to the dress rehearsal of this year’s revue, named Colours. Its theme is the different feelings and qualities that the different colours represent. These feelings and qualities include braveness, honesty, helpfulness, respect, forgiveness, generosity and friendliness.
“The revue was written and produced by our amazing staff, and many hours of practise has gone into what we hope will once again be an unforgettable evening,” said Merle Wilson from the school.
The West Rand School has about 280 children with different learning difficulties and disabilities, many of them also come from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The revue will take place today, Thursday, 5 September; Monday, 9 September; Tuesday, 10 September; Wednesday, 11 September; and Thursday, 12 September, in the school hall from 7pm.
Tickets are R60 to R90 and can be purchased at the school or on the evening. Phone Erica 011 668 8200 for more information.
