CULTURE Senior Production – Anything Goes
It was a production brimming with talent, and a few performances particularly shone. Nick Sharr, Albie Anderson, and Josh Durant led the cast with charisma and confidence, taking on their lead roles with professionalism. Their delivery of classic tunes and witty dialogue captured the essence of the 1930s-era comedy and had the audience in stitches. The full company of more than 100 included a huge array of talent both on the stage, within the backstage crew, the construction students, and the musicians in the orchestra pit. Oscar Stove demonstrated his incredible versatility. As a true quadruple threat, he seamlessly combined singing, dancing, acting, and even trumpet playing throughout the show. Josh Ratulomai brought his leadership to the stage as the Captain and Head Prefect Zinzan Bondarenko-Leatua rose to the occasion as the rather big-headed priest. This production was not only a triumph of individual talent but a testament to teamwork. The collaboration between Christ’s College and Rangi Ruru Girls’
This year, Christ’s College and Rangi Ruru Girls’ School made waves with a sensational senior production of Anything Goes . This lively Cole Porter musical marked the first full- scale musical production since the pandemic, and the energy, talent, and teamwork displayed on stage were nothing short of spectacular. From the opening number, audiences were captivated by the
School highlighted the power of partnership, bringing together a cast and crew who supported one another every step of the way. From the dazzling choreography to the detailed set design and incredible musical accompaniment, it was clear that everyone gave their all to make this production unforgettable. Huge thanks to Janet Kingsbury, Peter Rutherford, and Jeremy Thin from Rangi Ruru, as well as our own staff, Nikki Bleyendaal, Shannon
Small, Philippa Dye, and Kerry Brockelbank. What a team. The return of full-scale musicals to our schools’ calendars has been eagerly anticipated, and Anything Goes set the bar high. Here’s to more fantastic performances and the continued celebration of creativity and camaraderie in the years to come.
dynamic performances and infectious enthusiasm. The production was a joyful celebration of song, dance, and comedy, brought to life through months of dedication from students, teachers, and staff.
Hannah Clarkson Director of Drama
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