Director's Note: I LOVE working with youth! They are so fun with oodles of awesome bursting out of them! Every day I look forward to coming into this beautiful theatre and creating theatre with them! Newsies is about youth. Those young people in 1899 made a difference in our world by believing in themselves and with courage and optimism, they took on the giants of their time. Our youth today are doing the same thing! I, personally, can’t wait … [Read more...] about ELA’s Newsies!
Matilda
Early Light Academy in partnership with Kensington Theatre was pleased to present Matilda! Director's Note: “Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.” -Roald Dahl Sometimes when life gets really tough (#2020), it is hard to find the magic in life. I wanted this amazing cast to find the joy that comes from trying to see the magic all around us, even in the mundane bits of life. We certainly found that magic each day in our … [Read more...] about Matilda
Les Misérables School Edition, 2020
Les Misérables, School Edition 2020 Early Light Academy in partnership with Kensington Theatre was pleased to bring back this audience favorite. Les Misérables is the world’s longest running musical — a true modern classic based on Victor Hugo's novel and featuring one of the most memorable scores of all time. This production was designed to be an amazing experience for teens! The past two productions of Les Misérables were unforgettable, … [Read more...] about Les Misérables School Edition, 2020
ELA’s Got Talent, 2020
It's that time of year again that we get to celebrate all the talent at ELA! Watch Kensington Theatre on Facebook for the Finals! The Results! (Where we will also announce our school musical for next year!)! Thanks for participating in ELA's Got Talent this year! You were all so wonderful!! Enjoy all the fun, hard work, and TALENT! Mrs. Butler, Mrs. Kugler, & Mrs. Willis Winners of ELA's Got Talent, 2020: 1st Place Overall … [Read more...] about ELA’s Got Talent, 2020
ELA’s Little Shop of Horrors 2020
Director's Note: Sometimes you just need to sit down, relax, and laugh. Theatre tells all kinds of stories and takes us on so many amazing journeys. Our journey tonight is enthusiastically, silly fun. The cast, crew, and production team have completely enjoyed the process of creating this charismatic theatre gem. And this gem is our gift to you tonight… so sit back, relax, and just laugh! ~Toni Butler Little Shop of Horrors performed … [Read more...] about ELA’s Little Shop of Horrors 2020
Kensington’s Little Shop of Horrors 2020
Director's Note: Sometimes you just need to sit down, relax, and laugh. Theatre tells all kinds of stories and takes us on so many amazing journeys. Our journey tonight is enthusiastically, silly fun. The cast, crew, and production team have completely enjoyed the process of creating this charismatic theatre gem. And this gem is our gift to you tonight… so sit back, relax, and just laugh! ~Toni Butler Little Shop of Horrors performed … [Read more...] about Kensington’s Little Shop of Horrors 2020
Tarzan 2019
Director’s Note: In 2015, I directed Tarzan for Kensington Theatre. I had never seen it before onstage and that made me a little nervous but I loved the story and had some fun ideas so I went to work with an incredible team and cast. It was an infectious experience: one that we all longed to feel again. So, we decided… why not? We gathered another cast and team of equally talented people and have thoroughly enjoyed Tarzan 2019 just as much! What … [Read more...] about Tarzan 2019
The Velveteen Rabbit
The Velveteen Rabbit is the story of a toy rabbit who is loved so much that he becomes Real. All of the wonder, the heartbreak, and the magic of Margery Williams' tale of love between a child and his favorite toy came to life in this beautiful production directed by Chelsea Francis. The Velveteen Rabbit toured to Elementary Schools from September to October, 2019 The Velveteen Rabbit Study Guide I was surprised how touched I was by this … [Read more...] about The Velveteen Rabbit
ELA’s The Little Mermaid
ELA's 2019 Musical, The Little Mermaid Jr, performed October 10, 11, 12, 14, and 15, 2019. Director's Note: Our lives are so unpredictable, just like the sea. Sometimes it is low tide and sometimes it is high tide. It moves and stretches throughout many experiences. I believe The Little Mermaid teaches us to have the courage to love; creating a beautiful waterfall of life experiences. I want my cast to have the courage to be ready and … [Read more...] about ELA’s The Little Mermaid
Teen Boot Camp, 2019: It’s Personal!
TBC was designed to give teens an intensely memorable theatre experience. Think theatre school on steroids and that is TBC... if you dare! Director's Note I LOVE TBC! This is year’s theme is “It’s Personal!”. I wanted the teens to know and love their selves and then take that super power and create textured characters. They have all done beautiful work these past three weeks. I am so proud of each of them. And I am so grateful for the … [Read more...] about Teen Boot Camp, 2019: It’s Personal!