Pupils put on a polished performance

Pupils put on a polished performance

1st August 2022

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A SCHOOL hall was transformed into a dragon’s den for a comical tale of fun and adventure.

The curtain rose on the Key Stage 2 performance at Gurney Pease Academy, Darlington, the culmination of rehearsals and hard work by Years 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Pupils switched from Jubilee celebrations to stage practice to ensure a polished performance of the musical Dragon Days, by Sue and Paul Langwade.

Two packed audiences watched the Stumbledorf villagers seek a hero to protect them from a ‘terrifying’ dragon, who turns out to be misunderstood and finally saves them from an avalanche.

Principal Alison Sinclair said: “It was so lovely being able to share our performances with parents again and I certainly think they enjoyed two peerless performances.

“The musical allowed the whole of key stage 2 to rehearse and perform together and this mixing of age groups is important to their development. They all worked incredibly hard, teachers and children, and this resulted in a magnificent show. Feedback from those who were able to come and see the show has been tremendous.”

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