Senior school students at award-winning, independent day and boarding school LVS Ascot located on London Road, performed an outstanding production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang from the 2nd to 4th March at the fully equipped on-site theatre.
Auditions took part in October, with teachers being so blown away that the decision was made to double cast this show. A fantastic 84 students took part in total including the cast, crew and band.
Rehearsals began in November giving students approximately 12 school weeks to prepare. Weekends and evenings after school where amongst the dedicated time spent rehearsing.
Jessica Clark, Head of Performing Arts and Drama said:
“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was a triumphant success, with students from Year 7-9 performing and a crew of Year 7-13 students working together to put on a fantastic production. The 2-hour long show had lots of complex technical elements including a flying car which very much wowed our audience!
The students navigated each challenge brilliantly and supported each other throughout the process. As well as their wonderful performances, I have been most impressed with the way the students have worked together as a team, helping each other practice and motivating each other when they found elements more challenging. I am lucky to work with such an amazing staff team who continue to over amazing opportunities for our students, and privileged to teach such caring, dedicated and committed students.”
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About LVS Ascot: LVS Ascot is an award winning, all-ability, independent day and boarding school that inspires boys and girls from 4 to 18 to exceed their expectations and become independent adults, through a rounded education that delivers academic rigor alongside sporting, performing and creative opportunities.
For more information about LVS Ascot, please visit https://www.lvs.ascot.sch.uk/
