Islip Student-Actors Perform In ‘Legally Blonde’

ISLIP, NY - From Islip School District: Broadway returned to Islip High School this February with the school’s fast-paced production of “Legally Blonde,” directed by Dr. Rich Harris Jr. The memorable musical, written by Heather Hach with music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin, was based on the 2001 comedy film of the same name.

Starring in the lead role was Morgiana McDevitt. Dressed in pink and sporting a blonde wig, she transformed into Elle Woods and not only won the heart of Emmett, played by John DelGenio, but the entire audience as well. Their talented fellow student-actors brought the story to life with lively songs, snappy dialogue
and entertaining choreography. The cast also included Nick D’Auria and Jonathan Powell as Warner Huntington III, Matthew Mahr as Professor Callahan, Emma Regina and Faith Terrill as Paulette Bonafonté, Toni Castranova and Gia Sciara as Brooke Taylor-Wyndham, Brendan Larson and Jack Michael as Kyle, and Sheila Kiernan and Olivia Schadt as Vivienne Kensington.

“From the moment the curtain opened, all of us in the audience knew we were in for a musical treat,” said Superintendent of Schools Susan Schnebel. “When that curtain closed on the last performance, it was clear to all that this event was more than just a musical production. In today’s world, where people are quick to
judge and substance is often overlooked in favor of the superficial, our cast, crew and musicians came together with unity and understanding to positively create a marvelous experience for all.”

Photo courtesy of the Islip School District