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View Date: 11/7/09

This was a live production of the student version of this show, performed by a very talented group of teenagers at PCA in Middletown, Delaware. The actors were high school students from across northern Delaware, many of whom were attending high schools for the performing arts. This version was true to the original stage show as far as could be determined, minus one main song.

The talent of the performers was amazing! The kids ranged in age from 14 to 18, and in some cases it was very hard to believe. These kids could really belt out the songs, and their performances were well beyond their years.

PCA itself has been a great find. My daughter and I attended a family night for Halloween where we got to take part in various performing arts sessions. They also have performances throughout the year, such as this show. They will be having many more this year, and I highly recommend trying to attend at least one if you are in the general area. The theater is very small, basically only two rows of chairs with some additional ones brought in if there is room and need. So, if attending a show, get there early and buy the tickets ahead of time if possible.

10 words or less: Go see a show and support the performing arts.