Fantasy and wonder nights at Penryn
This original pantomime was based on the well-known story of Beauty and the Beast which basically sets this tale as old as time in the modern era.
Two nights of fantasy and wonder. That is how one can describe Penryn Preparatory’s pantomime that was held last Tuesday and Wednesday.
The script was adapted by Penryn teacher Jason Toy to include many of the town’s familiarities, including one of the characters having to place an advertisement in Lowvelder.
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The pantomime was filled with humour, amazing lighting and sound and show-stopping hits from the likes of ABBA, Chubby Checker and Johnny Clegg. Definitely a recipe for success.
A cast of over 200 children had the opportunity to perform to a sold-out audience where both evenings were in a dinner-theatre style, a first for the school.
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The cast embarked on this mammoth task in January 2019 with the help of a highly motivated and capable senior Preparatory staff.
The result was nights of fun, laughter and many lasting memories.
It was wonderful to bear witness to many happy children who seemed to discover their love of the stage.
