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Abby as the orphan, Pepper
A cast picture after the last performance after everyone had changed.
In January Abby auditioned for a part in QNEK's summer production of Annie and got the part of an orphan, Pepper.
Now this is our painfully shy 13 year old daughter, Abby. She has a hard time talking to people and is very quiet (except of course at home among her siblings).
Once she is on stage, however, all changes. She is loud, expressive and a wonderful dancer.
Sunday was the last of six nearly sold out performances and although it was a sacrifice in some ways for our family to drive her 45 minutes each way to rehearsals, we all think it was worthwhile. She had nothing but a positive experience working with all the other actors and was able to be a part of an excellent show.
(Now maybe we can all stop humming and singing the songs from Annie - they stick in your head!)
Oh Tonya how wonderful!!! I'll bet your heart swelled to see her up there! My 12 year old daughter is very similar- yet she has no trouble performing in violin recitals, even when she is all alone in front of an audience. I think they must step outside themselves in those moments, and it must feel so good!
ReplyDeleteThat is just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI am always amazed to hear stories like this. My cousin was the same way - shy and reserved, but was involved in theater and did great in stage. You must be so proud of your daughter - what an amazing experience! Thanks for sharing. Loved reading about it!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely-shy people do actually have a lot of courage-I am glad Abby enjoyed herself and did well-perhaps she and Thomas will be on the stage together one day
ReplyDeleteAnnie is one of my favourite musicals