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Peter Pan Brings Childlike Magic to Turkey Hill School

The Turkey Hill Drama Department will present Peter Pan next weekend - tickets are now available.

 

puts on a school play like no other school around. In last year's production of "The OZ," every child had a speaking role and each was the star of the show. The same is true for this year's production of "Peter Pan," according to assistant producer, Kathy Gulia. "We are proud of all of them."

“The response to our Drama Club this year was amazing,” said produer Deborah Sansone. “We grew by twenty five percent since last year when we produced our first show, “The OZ.” 

This year, 101 students from grades one through six will take the stage in the gymnasium on Friday, March 30 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 31 at 6 p.m. in Peter Pan. Another 17 students are behind the scenes working on the props, backgrounds and stage crew.

The show is directed by all parent volunteers including; Krista O’Rourke, Lauren Clark, Sandy Pelliccia, Tracey Papelo, Donna Ricciardi, Diane DalleAve, Laurie Dougherty, Monika Gagnon, Sheri Morrison, Zoi Maniatis, Kristen Olsen, Jennifer Hayes, Deborah Gregory, Jodi Dzykowski, Phyllis Kraut, Jacki Hutchison and Tiffany Beesley.

Ellie Flaumenhaft, a Amity High School junior and former THS student, is serving as the Music Director. Dance choreographers include Melissa Gulia and Ilana Sheveloff also Amity students and former THS graduates.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors.  Tickets can be purchased through and cast members.

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