Get ready for a dazzling transformation as St Nathy’s College, Ballaghaderreen, becomes the illustrious halls of Harvard University!
The transition year cast of 2024/25 are all set to take to the stage with the original musical ‘Illegally Blonde’, directed and produced by Peter McLoughlin. Adding extra sparkle to the production are the choir under the baton of music teacher Olivia Stack, while the creative dancing is the brainchild of choreographer Emma Coleman.
Although entertainment is the order of the day, there are a few life lessons to be learned along the way, with this modern story addressing the timeless themes of love, friendship, racism, self-discovery and teamwork.
The story follows the glamorous and ever-optimistic Elle Woods, whose world seems picture-perfect… until her boyfriend, Warner Blake IV, abruptly dumps her to focus on his future at Harvard with his new love Vivienne. Heartbroken but determined, Elle makes a bold move: she follows her friend Meagan Davis to Harvard, aiming to win Warner back. But can she prove she is more than just a blonde Beverly Hills fashion queen? Does she have the brains, drive, and resilience to succeed in the Ivy League – and even outshine Warner himself?
There is only one way to find out! Grab your ticket to Harvard and join Elle’s journey at St Nathy’s College from Thursday, March 13th, to Saturday, March 15th.
Principal Fr Martin Henry praises the show as a testament to the incredible dedication and hard work of the transition year students: “Transition year in St Nathy’s is all about teamwork, and these students have really worked as a team from building and painting the set to accessing props and costumes effectively building on the success of last year’s production, ‘Mama Mia, Papa Mia!’.”
The curtain rises at 8 pm sharp each night, with tickets available at the school office, Imelda Towey’s, and online at stnathys.com.
Do not miss this unforgettable night of music, comedy, colour, cheeky dancing, song, and show-stopping performances!
