
Cambridge Primary School is working on a production of Disney classic, The Little Mermaid, set to be showcased later this month.
The show includes 70 children, both on stage and behind the scenes.
“We have had success in the past with our Disney productions and it was just a natural progression to do this one,” said the show’s director, Tanya Human.
“Plus, it offered the opportunity to be a great recycling project helping us uphold our school motto of Non Vobis, not for ourselves.”
A special recycling message has been incorporated in the production. The costumes, props and sets have been created through recycling projects, headed by the Foundation Phase staff members.
The school is also running an ‘Adopt a Penguin’ campaign as part of the production.
“Sales from our programmes will be used as part of this campaign. So not only will our audiences experience an under the sea spectacle, they will also be supporting our ‘Save the Ocean’ campaign by supporting us,” said Human.
Nancy Valentine and Stephanie Knoesen have taken up the roles of music director and choreographer, respectively.
“Our children have really embraced the opportunity to perform these iconic songs and are putting their all into their performances.
“Our music department has also been working with the soloists to bring out their full potential,” said Valentine.
Buhlebenkosi Gaula, who plays Sebastian, said: “I’ve learnt it takes everyone to make a play, even the smallest things help, and I love doing the show with my friends and teachers.
“We do have fun times and we also have serious times.
“Yes, there are times I get exhausted but I knew what I signed up for.”
Ayazingca Ramncwana, who plays Ursula, said: “Being part of the play is a wonderful experience and I feel like it has changed me as a person a lot. Every day at rehearsal is always filled with fun and excitement.
“I will admit it can be a bit chaotic and exhausting at times but it’s all really worth it.
“It feels like we are a family and it’s really amazing to be part of something that’s so good for the school.”
The show runs from September 26 to 29.
There are two shows on September 26, at 9am and 11.30am.
Morning shows for September 27 to 29 are at 10am. Other East London schools have been invited, at R10 a ticket.
Tickets for the evening shows, from the 27th to the 29th, are R30.
Tickets are available online through quicket.co.za and through the school.