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Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School students are cutting loose as they bring Footloose to life on stage.
The production runs March 19-22 at the Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) Arts Centre Main Stage.
The production features a cast and crew of about 70 students, including actors, a technical team, and a live pit band.
“The show is so much fun, but it also carries a powerful message. At its core, Footloose is about a son who lost his father, and a father who lost his son - both struggling to find common ground. It is a story of grief and reconciliation, family, and faith,” said Tara Koett, production director. “That emotional depth has given our students so much to explore, and the acting this year is breathtaking. Some scenes are incredibly moving and beautiful, while others explode with energy and excitement.”
It’s been 15 years since Lindsay Thurber staged Footloose.
“It’s a huge celebration of the community of support that this program has,” Koett said. “The kids have been working tremendously hard, supporting one another every step of the way. With a fresh group bringing new energy, it’s been amazing to watch them take on this challenge.”
The show will entertain audiences with dynamic performances and dance numbers, stunning visuals, and a chart-topping soundtrack.
“These kids have worked hard, learned a lot, and set high expectations for themselves,” Koett said. “The quality of the dancing, acting and the attention to detail that has gone into the technical design is strong. Footloose is going to be a fantastic show that will not only have audiences dancing in their seats but might even inspire some to get on stage themselves.”
**With information provided by Red Deer Public Schools
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