BRHS stages 'Oklahoma!'

Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) Drama presented three performances of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma! Youth Edition” May 2 and 3 in the school’s auditorium. The 1943 musical was the first for legendary Rodgers & Hammerstein and set the standard for modern musical theater by integrating song and dance numbers as devices to advance plot and deepen characterization. “Oklahoma!” is based on an original play by Cherokee native Lynn Riggs with original choreography by acclaimed dancer Agnes de Mille. The BRHS Drama production was presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, directed by Dr. Mary Miller with stage management and costuming (special thanks to Carousel Music Theater) by Susie Taylor. The show marked the final performances of four graduating seniors.

“I’m grateful to have done theater throughout my entire time at BRHS. I love the friends I’ve made and the laughs we’ve shared,” said senior Spencer Pottle. Pottle’s favorite role at BRHS was Damian in “Mean Girls Jr.” "I have so many fond memories, funny moments and experiences with the cast,” said Pottle, “it’s hard to leave but I’m excited for the future.” A staple talent for BRHS for many years, Pottle leaves big cowboy boots to fill as he leaves for Florida Southern College to study musical theater.

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