Footloose is in full swing.  Last night, we had our last dress rehearsal in the theatre.  It was a bit rough, but we got through and the show will be in fine shape on Saturday (Dec 8, 10:30am, Pheasant Run Mainstage.)  I am so proud of the cast.  Some of our cast has been with us since our first show (High School Musical) last November and this is their 4th show with NFTYE.  I can not contain my excitement with this cast and their growth during this and past shows. 



Directing and Music Directing has been challenging, but I feel like I have given both the music, the stage elements, and the cast 150% of my energy on and off site.   Considering this is my first Directing venture since 2004, I feel like this show has definitely helped me ease back into the Director's place.



Rehearsals started at the end of October.  Students auditioned in late September and had a few weeks to start memorizing and learning.  This show is unique in that it was a full length show and we wanted to reduce it to 60-70 minutes.    We started learning music, choreography, and blocking and now I can't believe we will be ready to open on Saturday.



Janel Bach is the choreographer for the show.  This is her first show with NFTYE and we have had a great time working together again.  Janel and I have collaborated for years on various projects, bu neither of us have worked together in this capacity. 



This show is definitely one not to miss.  We run for 3 weeks at Pheasant Run Resort and Spa (4052 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL).  Please visit http://www.noblefool.org/show_pages/footloose.htm for more information.