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The cast of Reddford House Northcliff were Super Troupers

The school reinvigorated audiences love for ABBA and Mama Mia! through their three-night major production of the much-loved musical.

After three love-struck nights of Reddford House Northcliff transporting audiences to a small Grecian Island – where disco music, dance, and love are the currency – it was time draw the curtain on the school’s Music, Art, Dance, and Drama (MADD) departments staging of Mama Mia!, which came to an end on August 1.

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One the highlights of the set construction of Reddford House Northcliff’s production of Mama Mia!, the disco ball. Photo: Neo Phashe

It was an emotional end for the show’s director Dylan Niemand, who said they worked hard on the production. “Thank you to my team for keeping me grounded, and to the amazing cast that excelled themselves.”

A scene from Mama Mia! Photo: Neo Phashe

He shared how the learners gave up their weekends, to make sure this production was the success it was. “Thank you all for stepping up.”

Dancers dance to ABBA songs. Photo: Neo Phashe

He also extended a heartfelt thanks to Caryn Brinkley, the school’s principal, for allowing them the opportunity to bring this production to life. “I think we could, quite possibly, be called the mad department, because we drive the school a little bit crazy at times. So, thank you Ms Brinkley for putting up with that.”

Emily Potgieter on stage. Photo: Neo Phashe

He also gave great mention of the support the community at large gave towards the production. Adding their department loves the work they do and are so passion about it. “So, we will see you again next year for another Reddford major production.”

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Nelson Kgarose

Nelson Kgarose is a Multimedia sports journalist and Digital Content Creator specialising in sports and current municipal news. I mainly report on the sport of Mixed Martial Arts with a focus on accuracy and thorough analysis. My commitment to objectivity and detail shapes my writing. Outside of covering sports, I engage with trending local news and interact with fans on social media.

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