The cast came together in August,
following an audition process during which children performed a
monologue and sang a song. The Starmites program is designed to give
children of all ages a chance to learn about musical theatre and the
performance process. Everyone who auditions gets a part. Some of this
cast worked together over the summer during the Startmites on Stage
program which came together with a revue style show. In
mid-September, Starmites performed a collection of songs with dance
during the Denair Farm and Family Festival. The theatre remained open
throughout the day's festitivites.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever follows the coming together of a church's Christmas pageant. The church stages the same pageant every year, but a set of circumstances shake things up some leading to "The Best Christmas pageant we've ever had."
From the leading roles down to the baby angels, this production has a wonderful cast that draws the audience into the story and leaves them with big smiles at the end of the show.
Concessions including candy and popcorn, raffles, and Stargrams help complete the theatre experience and support the Starmites program. Hot beverages have been available for no charge, as well.
In January, Starmites will hold auditions for the spring semester production: Willy Wonka.
Still, first, take the time to step into the Christmas spirit a little early and take in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever this weekend. The Denair Gaslight Theatre is located at 3908 N. Gratton Road in Denair. For tickets, call 209-664-9514 or purchase your tickets online at http://denairgaslight.ticketleap.com/.
