NOTES FROM THE DIRECTOR
I am extremely proud of this production. The quality of the cast, tech crew, and everyone involved are outstanding. A truly successful production however, involves more than what is just presented on stage. It is an artistic learning experience, but also a personal one. I am so proud of the cooperation, mutual respect, level of commitment, and the teamwork that has been demonstrated by everyone involved in the production. These students have put egos aside and discovered that whether they had one line or fifty, were on or off stage, that everyone works equally and shares in the pride and success of such an accomplishment. There is no I in Legally Blonde!
I would like to extend my gratitude and thanks to the administration of both Bartow Middle and Bartow High school for their involvment and support.
A huge thank you goes to Mrs. Kenney for sharing her space with us. She has been so wonderful and accomodating and her help has been instrumental in our show.
This show would not have been possible without the support of our choreographer and scenic designer. So thank you so much to Sarah and Dutch. Without you these students wouldn't know their right from their left, or have a set to stand on.
Finally
To My 8th graders-It is always bittersweet watching your final performances with me. I am so proud of you and all the work you have done.
Alex - I hope after this you have a "Chip on Your Shoulder"
Alexis K. - We have the same dark sense of humor. You're okay...I guess
Angelina - Your smile lights up the room. You have this great ability to be positive at all times. Something I need to learn from you :)
Emily - I have loved watching you embrace the goofiness of this role. I really hope you stick with theatre. You have a great gift for performing.
Emma G. - Sloooooowwww Dooooowwwwn! I"m so happy that you stuck with this. It was great to have you in the show.
Gaby - You are strong and powerful and wonderful and I love you! I would neeeever throw a shoe at you!
Garrett - Thank GOODNESS you came in and saved the day! You are doing an amazing job and I'm glad you think that this was kinda fun.
Josie - You may be quiet but your passion speaks volumes. Musicals are the best and I am so happy that we share the same feelings about them.
Liberty - Your uniqueness is the best thing about you. Don't get carried away by mosquweetos!
Lyndsay - You have done such an amazing job. I'm glad we forced you into this.
Madison - You are so smart and so creative!! And I am so appreciative of all your wonderful insights and help, and I will always accept your potato!
Ryan - You do NOT sound like a dying cat!! I love that we can joke and be silly together. You're pretty great, even if you're not a boy.
Serena - From elementary school music to your final year here. You have so many talents. Thanks for being insanely busy and still making time for this show.
Sonia - You are always there whenever anything needs to be done. The most reliable and dependable person and I am so grateful that you came back!!
Taylor - I have so much to say! We are basically the same person. Vegetarian, randomly break into song at any moment, great enunciation...I could go on and on. You have been the perfect Elle and I am so sad to see you go! You absolutely MUST come back to visit.
Tristeny - You are more than your hair! You are talented and smart and funny!
