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Grease Is The Word! Smith’s Wood Academy Stages First School Show In 13 Years

Students from the Smith’s Wood Academy production of Grease sit on red tiered theatre seating in costume for a cast photograph. A large mural inspired by Grease is displayed behind them, with the cast arranged in rows up the seating, creating a staged promotional image ahead of the school production.

Smith’s Wood Academy transformed into Rydell High this week as talented students prepared to stage Grease, the school’s first show in 13 years.

Supported by a professional sound company, lighting technician and a six-piece band, the cast will perform for family and friends on Thursday 9 and Friday 10 July.

The production, the academy’s first since 2013, has created a buzz across the school – following six months of rehearsals.

Miss Kate Tucker, the school’s Assistant Principal, Safeguarding Lead and teacher of Dance and Drama, has led preparations for the show and said they began in January rehearsing three nights a week.

“The production is fantastic. The students have worked so hard. Their singing is amazing, their dancing is great, and it will be a really good night out for everyone who comes to see the performance.

Miss Tucker added that the experience had helped students develop confidence and stage presence.

“I couldn’t be prouder of the cast. The energy and excitement among them is incredible. The camaraderie among them is inspiring, they all look after each other, despite being from different years and age groups. They’re already talking about auditioning for next year’s show!”

The show is also expected to mark the return of an annual school production at Smith’s Wood Academy.

Sophie Coleman will play Sandy, while Mckenzie Mann will take on the role of Danny.

“Mckenzie has been especially brilliant,” said Miss Tucker.

“He is in Year 11 and has now left the school, so this was his last opportunity to take to the stage here at Smith’s Wood. He has absolutely lived and breathed the show for the past few months.”

Ahead of opening night, the cast will also perform a matinee for primary school pupils, including many who are due to join Smith’s Wood in September – giving prospective pupils a chance to see the opportunities and facilities available at the school.

“We have a huge theatre and auditorium with tiered seating and amazing sound quality,” said Miss Tucker.

“We’re hoping the incoming Year 6 students can see how much we value the arts here.”

Tickets are still available for both performances. Book now for Thursday 9 July [CLICK HERE] or Friday 10 July [CLICK HERE] and support our talented students as they bring Grease to life on stage.

Students from the Smith’s Wood Academy production of Grease sit on red tiered theatre seating in costume for a cast photograph. A large mural inspired by Grease is displayed behind them, with the cast arranged in rows up the seating, creating a staged promotional image ahead of the school production. Five students in black leather jackets and dark clothing pose together on a stage with black curtains and a red floor during rehearsals for Smith’s Wood Academy’s production of Grease. The group is standing in character in front of a stage set, reflecting the show's iconic 1950s greaser style. Five students in 1950s-inspired costumes pose on a stage during rehearsals for Smith’s Wood Academy’s production of Grease. The group stands beside a prop car, wearing pink jackets and colourful period-style outfits against a backdrop of black stage curtains and a bright red floor

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