Coming to the auditorium next weekend, Munster Theatre Company presents Footloose, the musical. A musical about a boy named Ren McCormcack, who was played by actor Kevin Bacon in the movie version, moved from Chicago to Beaumont due to the loss of his father. In Beaumont, dancing is forbidden which causes a struggle for Ren to fit in because of his love for dancing.
Ari Jamerson and DeAnthony Bowden, seniors, are welcomed by MTC for their first show. Wanting to be a part of a musical led them to take the opportunity and audition. Both landed the roles as the leads, Ariel Moore and Ren. The environment of being a first year is enjoyable to them as everyone was welcoming.
“I’m really glad I chose to be a part of the musical,” Ari said. “Everyone’s been super inviting, loving and accepting.”
Compared to previous years, dancing is one of the main focus’ this musical, which is new to some of the cast members. During rehearsals, the auditorium lobby was used for the time being due to the middle schoolers practicing on the stage for their play. Once back from spring break, the stage had been open for practicing and perfecting the dances even more.
“These dances are difficult and all of us are kind of struggling on the timing,” Clover Sarkady, senior, who plays Vi Moore said. “But, I think it’s gonna come together because we’re all working really hard on them.”
Along with some struggles of the dances, sometimes the line memorizan can be a struggle too. To become more familiar with those lines, Mr. Ray Palasz, Theatre Director, tells everyone to practice 20 minutes every day. By doing this routine, the cast is able to help one another in preparation.
“I’m not used to line memorization because I’ve never done it before,” DeAnthony said. “But I like that we’re all helping each other out.”
With opening night approaching next week, the cast kicks into high gear.
“I’m ready for the challenge and for the hard work to be put in even more,” Ari said. “I want it to be a great opening night and want everyone to feel proud and great, I know we can do it.”
