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Annie (2018)

Hartismere School has once again triumphed with its sensational musical, Annie, which brought an unfamiliar but admirable sense of ‘old-school’ to the stage. Lois Nicholson, as Annie, demonstrated effortless talent, with her trademark, mischievous grin, and red pigtails.

In spite of the dominance of snow prior to the performances, Hartismere’s “Snow Team” remained undeterred and quickly cleared the entrance to the school.

Over four nights the show attracted more than 1,400 members of the public, a success representative of the countless hours staff and students have spent rehearsing the intricacies of the show. Energy and charisma dominated the performances and built a distinctly feel-good atmosphere.

Audiences enjoyed the seamless choreography and vocals in chorus numbers, as well as captivating set design, featuring a revolving stage, and, of course, the courage shown by Annie’s dog, Sandy. 

Hartismere’s production proves that “amateurs” can achieve the same standards as “professionals”, as evidenced by the dedication shown by cast, staff and backstage.

For a large proportion of the cast, Annie has marked a memorable final high school production, an opportunity to form new friendships and the scope to develop as performers.

From the majesty of Les Miserables in 2016 to the vibrant Zorro last year, staff are now faced with the difficult decision in selecting next year’s production.

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The Addams Family Musical’ (2019)

Into the Woods (2020)

Back to the 80's (2022)

2024 - Sister Act

See also...

Bronze Qualifying Expedition September 2024

School Productions

Running Club - all years

Hartismere theatre workshop 2022: Charlie & the Chocolate Factory

Duke of Edinburgh Portal

Clubs, trips and activities

Mrs Doubtfire the Musical- London, 10th October 2024. Years 7 & 8.

Music club timetable

Opening night

Silver DofE First Aid and Expeditions Letter

Explore...

Drama & Theatre. Further Education and Careers Information

Drama picnic 2023

'Dracula' Theatre trip. GCSE and A level Drama. 26th Sept. 4 Spaces available

Guildhall Young Artists Online

What is an Inciting incident?

Mastering Composition + Cinematography with Will Smith

Top 5 Plot Points of All Time

Pitch Black Heist - Film4

An Introduction to Screenwriting - Online Course

Writing Short Films: 7 Rules Successful Filmmakers Follow

New...

Parents Evening :: Year 12

Sixth Form College Open Evening

Our curriculum

Parents Evening :: Year 10

Cover Supervisor

School Policies

The Wave: Tim becomes Wenger's bodyguard (clip 6 of 9)

Examinations

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