Massapequa Students Bring 'The Wedding Singer' To Life

Inspired by the movie set in the 1980s, that delighted theatergoers in the 1990s, Massapequa High School’s Drama Club will present “The Wedding Singer” during the first weekend of March.

The comedic love story features 70 student-actors who will perform songs such as “It’s Your Wedding Day,” “Saturday Night in the City” and “Casualty of Love.” Junior Daniel Siani and senior Kate Smith, both in their third show on the Massapequa High School stage, will portray main characters Robbie Hart and Julia Sullivan. Other leading roles include senior Zachary Morana as Glen, junior Jackie Romeo as Rosie, senior Adam Koch as Sammy, sophomore Emmeline McBride as Holly, junior Joey Casali as George and senior Julianna Mpazicos as Linda.

Smith described “The Wedding Singer” as an energetic show with lots of singing and dancing while Daniel noted its appeal to audiences of all ages.

“I like that it has something for everyone,” she said. “The story relates to any generation and everyone can enjoy the humor.”

The director is Katie Tauches, with support from choreographer Danielle Coutieri, vocal director Craig Coyle, pit director Andrew Dwork, production assistant Nichole Greene and student stage managers Talia Cartafalsa and Chris Varvi.

Performances are Friday, March 6, and Saturday, March 7, at 7 p.m. in the Massapequa High School auditorium. Tickets are $15 each, which will be available starting Feb. 24 in the high school music department office. There will also be a free performance for senior citizens on Thursday, March 5, at 12 p.m.