17-07-2025
Primary school pupils star in 'spectacular' Bugsy Malone performance
PUPILS at a primary school in Carlisle have starred in a 'spectacular' performance of the iconic musical, Bugsy Malone.
Over two performances, pupils at Carlisle's Newlaithes Junior School took their audience back to the 1920s with their version of Bugsy Malone, which featured plenty of jazz numbers and splurge guns.
The school's version of Bugsy Malone, which was adapted from Alan Parker's original script for the famous musical comedy, was packed with several 'toe-tapping' songs and was met by 'roaring applause' from all in attendance.
(Image: Newlaithes Junior School) Richard Clark is the headteacher at Newlaithes Junior School, and was on hand to thank everyone involved in bring the production to life.
He said: "From the moment the curtain rose, it was clear that weeks of rehearsals had paid off.
(Image: Newlaithes Junior School) "The lead role of Bugsy was played with charm and confidence, while Blousey Brown's solo was met with roaring applause.
"Fat Sam and Dandy Dan's rival gangs brought comedy and chaos in equal measure – and the splurge scenes had everyone on the edge of their seats.
(Image: Newlaithes Junior School) "The production was made possible thanks to the hard work of Year 6 staff, who guided the children not only in acting, singing, and dancing, but also in teamwork and resilience.
"Costumes, sets, and props – including water pistols and silly string – added polish and flair to the whole show."
(Image: Newlaithes Junior School) Miss Lowther is one of the school's Year Six teachers and expressed her pride at watching the pupil's hard work pay off through their top-notch performances.
(Image: Newlaithes Junior School) She said: "It's been amazing to watch the children grow in confidence.
"They've worked incredibly hard, and we couldn't be prouder of what they've achieved."
Parents, carers, and staff who attending the performances were also keen to pile the praise on the young performers.
(Image: Newlaithes Junior School) "You should be charging for this? It's like a West End Musical," said one audience member.
"They were all stars."
