Borris College’s ‘Mama Mia’ musical brings the house down
More than 80 students took part in the spectacular show
THEY say it takes a village to raise a child, but it certainly takes a whole school community to bring a musical successfully to the stage. The students of Borris College had the local village rocking in the aisles when they took part in , a musical based on the songs of Abba.
The show took place over three nights, with each of the sell-out shows being packed to capacity. Proud parents, siblings, neighbours and villagers were present to enjoy an evening of top-class entertainment.
Deputy principal Sarah Doyle said: “It was wonderful to see our students shine and our community come together in such a joyful celebration of talent and teamwork. We are so proud of our students and grateful to our staff, families and community for making the show such a success.” From the opening bars of a flute rendition of by Natasha Murphy and Cillian Murphy, the scene for wonderful music, dance and acting was set, with over 80 students taking part.
With choreography by Marie Cashin and direction under Michael Florin Cahill, they created something really special.
The main character, Donna, was played by Áine Murphy and her daughter Sophie was played by Emma Coleman. Both gave moving performances.
Donna’s best friends were played by Holly Gahan and Aurora McIntosh, while Donna’s love interests Sam, Harry and Bill were played by Teddy Hynes, Daniel Farrell and Jimmy Hayden.
Sky, Pepper and Eddie were played by Darragh Roche Corcoran, Darragh O’Neill and Ben Poole, while the reverend and Sophie’s friends were played by Isabelle Slevin, Daisy McLoughlin, Áine Doyle and Aoife O’Rourke.
Backstage was co-ordinated by a very skilled student team of Isabelle Foley, Shauna Jordan, Aine Kelly and Alex Byrne.
College principal Pat Coffey said that he was very grateful to all partners in the school community for their great support and to staff members for their immense work throughout.
“This show gave Borris College students the opportunity to showcase their immense talents and to create life-long memories, which will be fondly remembered in the area for years to come,” said Mr Coffey.
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Isabelle Slevin, Aoife O'Rourke, Emma Coleman and Áine Doyle
Back stage crew: Alex Byrne, Áine Kelly, Isabelle Foley, Hayley and Shauna Jordan
Jimmy Hayden, Teddy Hynes and Daniel Farrell
Aileen Brennan, Lorraine Brett and Eadaoin Stafford
Jimmy Hayden as Harry
Teddy Hynes as Sam
Each of the three shows was sold out
Holly Gahan as Tanya
