Our Lady of Mercy College (OLMC) and Marcellin College are exceptionally proud to announce our current joint production of the enchanting stage show, Midnight: The Cinderella Musical.
Since early March, our dedicated staff and talented cast of students have been rehearsing tirelessly to bring this captivating story to life on stage. The commitment and energy the students and staff have brought to the rehearsal process have been truly outstanding.
A Visit from the Show's Creator
Recently, our cast was afforded a rare and remarkable opportunity. During our rehearsal on Wednesday 6 May, we were deeply honoured to welcome the musical's acclaimed co-writer and composer, Anthony Costanzo, to work directly with our students.
Having one of the original creators of the musical in the room provided an unparalleled educational experience. Anthony generously shared his profound industry expertise, guiding the students through the specific nuances of his compositions and the deeper creative intentions behind the script. This unique perspective allowed our cast to connect with the material on a completely new level.
Beyond the intricacies of Midnight itself, Anthony also imparted invaluable professional knowledge regarding stagecraft, vocal technique, and the realities of performing at a professional level. His mentorship left our students incredibly inspired, energized, and equipped with new tools to elevate their performances.
We are incredibly grateful for Anthony's time and generosity, and we cannot wait to share the culmination of our students' hard work with the wider school community!
There are still tickets available to the final performances of Midnight this weekend, don’t miss out!
Student Reflection
On Wednesday 6 May, the OLMC and Marcellin cast of Midnight had the amazing opportunity to meet and work with the composer of the show Anthony Costanzo. For all of us involved, it was an eye-opening experience which allowed us to learn more about our characters and the show in general. He encouraged us and showed us how to look for and find the motivations of our characters by asking questions and trying new things. He provided insightful feedback on how we can all work to make our performances even better. By working with Anthony, we learnt so much about how to become stronger and more confident performers, especially in the musical theatre space. We are all so grateful that we got the chance to work on our production with him!
Hannah K (12M2)
