High Praise for The Addams Family Spring Musical
The Addams Family recently returned to St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) after 10 years for nine thrilling performances spanning two weeks. The show was a massive hit, attracting more than 2,200 audience members, including students, parents, alumni, staff, and our wider community. Read some of the testimonials from our cast, crew, and attendees and check out our photo gallery: “Sometimes I wonder why I spend countless hours rehearsing and performing in the theatre. Suddenly, a group of children will recognize me on the sidewalk, shout out my character or real name, ask for photos, then part ways with the biggest grin on all our faces. That’s when I’m reminded why. Playing Fester has been the most fun experience in my life. Every show was a new opportunity to improvise, make the audience laugh, and enjoy being the most whimsical person I could think of. I would work on my dances, singing, and weird faces in front of a mirror, and I’m glad the work paid off. The cast, crew, directors, and everyone else who worked on The Addams Family were amazing to work with, and it’s an honour to have had them during my last year here at St. Mike’s.” – Lucas Umali, Grade 12 “Being part of The Addams Family as an ancestor was an unforgettable experience. After rehearsing from November to April, all the hard work and dedication came together on stage. Although the process felt a bit challenging at times, it was all worth it to share the moment with such a talented community. The experience helped me become more confident and present in myself both on and off stage.” – Gavin McAlpine, Grade 11 “The cast and crew were tested with an ambitious schedule of six evening shows and three matinees. Audiences were treated to a macabre, funny, and heartfelt story set in a
