The Drama Club held its annual performance this past weekend. Last year, Elizabeth was a member of the chorus but this year, she had a speaking part. After the auditions in September, she was awarded a part with about 25 lines and was very excited. She attended drama practice after school once a week from October through April, and every day last week. She practiced her lines so often, I figure the rest of the family knew them as well as she did! Friday night was the opening performance and she was a bit nervous - but she nailed it! She did so fantastic and we were so proud of her!! As explained by a line in the play, Hee Haw Hayride is a bit like a "Romeo and Juliet of the hills," two clashing families of hillbillies who have young children that fall in love with each other. There were some really great solo singing performances by the upperclassmen, but Elizabeth and her crew of friends certainly held their own (and also made the front page of our local newspaper!). She is already counting down the days until next year!
Where has my little girl gone?
Holding up the newspaper article.
Megan and Sarah, Elizabeth's friends since pre-school (also on her soccer team), came to her Friday night performance with their mom. She said the best part of the entire performance was having them there.
Last year with Emily in the audience - next year, she will be old enough to be in the play too!
In a highly touching (and unusual) move, Emily made this beautiful card for Elizabeth. She also picked out the flowers that we gave her.
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The pictures are awesome…Elizabeth is so grown up!
I love the video…she looks like she is having a ball!
And the flowers from Emily…proud of her for stepping up!
Auntie Kathy
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