Students Perform "The Music Man" at Chesapeake High School

Actors, singers, dancers, technical people and adult leadership combined at Chesapeake High School to produce Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" for four days in March.

"Our cast and crew have been putting in some long hours...especially working with a shorter month and losing some days of rehearsal thanks to Mother Nature," said director George Johnson V. "I always come to rehearsal with a smile on my face because I know I get the chance to work with a great group of students."

Johnson also noted it takes many people to produce a show such as "The Music Man" and that parent volunteers are key to success for the Chesapeake High School Theatre Group.

"They do everything from fitting costumes, to helping with tickets, to building a train," he said.

Although it might take countless hours to produce a show such as "The Music Man," Music Director/Advisor Karen Simmons said those who are involved in the productions love what they do and are passionate about it.

"The Music Man" was presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, based in New York, NY.