'Anything Goes' adjudged a huge success at Mossbourne Fobbing with praise for students and staff
STUDENTS at Mossbourne Fobbing Academy, formerly Gable Hall School, cast recent controversies about the school aside with a showstopping production of the musical Anything Goes!
The recently renamed school, formerly taken over by the London-based Mossbourne Federation educational trust has been a centre of local attention with parental protests and industrial action by teachers.
However, nothing has dampened spirits of those taking part in the classic 1934 musical which features music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The show is packed with toe-tapping tunes and a heart-warming story, and was brought to life by a cast and crew of students under the guidance of head of drama and performing arts Miss Jennifer Stacey, which has been acclaimed as one of the academy's most dazzling performances to date.
School principal Sam Cooper was warm in his recognisition of their efforts: "From the moment the curtain rose to the final triumphant bow, the cast shone with boundless energy, charm, and talent.
"A special round of applause goes to our "little ones" who bravely stepped up to take on the lead roles – proving that age is no barrier to star quality!
"Each performer took to the stage with confidence and flair, wowing the audience with their powerhouse vocals, dynamic dance moves, and flawless comedic timing. The talent on display was nothing short of West End-worthy, and we could not be prouder!
"Of course, no production sails smoothly without the dedication of an incredible team behind the scenes. Huge thanks go to our hard-working production team, sound and lighting engineers, stage and set designers, and everyone who played a part in making this show a resounding success. Your commitment and creativity ensured that every scene, every note, and every laugh landed perfectly.
"The story of Anything Goes is one of friendship and fun – and that spirit was evident both on and off stage.
"The cast and crew formed a tight-knit team, supporting each other throughout the entire process and truly embodying the joy that the show celebrates. Watching them perform, it was clear that they were not just putting on a show – they were having the time of their lives! And judging by the enthusiastic applause, the audience had just as much fun watching as the performers did putting it together."
Miss Stacey added: "To all our incredible Year 7 students who made their MFA stage debut – welcome aboard! This is just the beginning of your Performing Arts journey, and we can't wait to see you take on many more roles in the years to come.
"A huge thank you to the entire MFA community – parents, carers, staff, and supporters – who came together to celebrate and encourage our young performers. Your ongoing support means the world to us, and we hope you enjoyed every moment of this unforgettable show.
"As the final chords of Blow, Gabriel, Blow echoed through the theatre, one thing was clear: this year's production was nothing short of De-Lovely! Bravo to everyone involved – you certainly proved that Anything Goes when you have passion, dedication, and a little bit of West End magic!"
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