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Ottawa Citizen
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Ottawa Citizen
Immaculata's production of Evil Dead: The Musical leaves the audience begging for more
Article content Article content From the crew to the actors, each element was done well to ensure that the atmosphere remained lighthearted even in the face of death and deadites. The lighting provided focus on necessary moments and emphasized the horror elements through red lighting. Each actor brought their own unique energy, creating an enthusiastic production of Evil Dead. Article content Jeffery Garcia's Ash had strong dynamics with Linda, played by Jasmine Champagne, capturing the juvenile love between the housewares employee and his dream girl. Danica Ianni, as Cheryl, was delightfully comedic through delivery, dance, and strong vocals. Jake, portrayed by Bishop Alan Phyllip Rodriguez, had strong comedic timing and presence, especially in 'Good Old Reliable Jake.' Article content The Pants vs. Zombies Costume Team created and altered several costumes that suited the atmosphere well. Each of the characters had an evil outfit that complemented them well, particularly evil Scott's bedazzled jacket, which was detailed with sparkling flames. From the chainsaw to the Necronomicon, the props were excellently crafted by 28 Props Later Prop Team. Special effects, by Dead FX Special Effects Team, were used to enhance the atmosphere of the performance such as through the comedic images displayed in 'Good Old Reliable Jake.' The Cabin in the Woods Set Team made a cabin that was both beautiful and functional in allowing for easy transitions. Article content Article content The Zombieband Pit Band was perfectly in sync and performed expertly. Percussionists, Jared Rose and Christopher El-Murr, created strong sound effects, such as the gunshots, that were delivered flawlessly. Lucas Malo delivered an extraordinary electric guitar solo during one of the scene transitions that blended with the orchestra well, while being superbly dynamic and different. Article content Immaculata High School's production was comic throughout, highlighting that even in the midst of extreme horror there can be laughter, joy, and determination. Through fun musical numbers, the cast and crew worked well to create an energetic and notable performance. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content About the reviews: Article content The Immaculata High School production was reviewed by 26 critics representing 9 schools. The critic discussions were mentored by teacher Wesley Scheer-Hennings of Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School and student reviews were edited and selected for publication by teacher Marianna Klement of St. Pius X High School, who could see only the reviews, not the names or schools of the reviewers. Article content Article content Next review: St. Mother Teresa High School's production of The Play That Goes Wrong: High School Edition.
Ottawa Citizen
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Ottawa Citizen
Cappies nominees for the 2024-25 show season
Article content This year the program boasts the participation of 22 schools and student achievement is celebrated, whether it is on stage, writing music, building sets, managing the props, collecting costumes or applying prosthetics and make-up. Article content Critic Team Nominees Article content Article content Top Critic – Junior Article content Helen Rochon, All Saints High School Victoria Sigur, Immaculata High School Silvi Assaf, St. Francis Xavier High School Gianna Dufresne, St. Joseph High School Sophia Di Iorio, Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School Article content Top Critic – Senior Article content Samuel Khosla, Colonel By Secondary School Sadie Hanley, Elmwood School Chiara Frangione, St. Pius X High School Beatrice Tobin, St. Pius X High School Rasha Alli, Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School Article content Marketing and Publicity Article content Henry Hamilton, Jack Lockhart, Almonte and District High School, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child The Dead Don't Post Marketing Team, Immaculata High School, Evil Dead: The Musical – High School Version The Marketing Mermaids, St. Patrick's High School, Disney's The Little Mermaid Ad Me A Favour Publicity Team, Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School, Carrie the Musical Rovin Dewan, Chiara Frangione, Maeve Ludmer, St. Pius X High School, Die Verwandlung Article content
