Musical Season Nears: Save These Dates!

Fans of musical theater, save the dates as Webster CSD’s four secondary schools are preparing exciting shows ranging from classics to modern hits!

The season kicks off this month with

Willink Middle School's production of Disney Descendants The Musical, January 30-31. This show follows the teenage children of iconic Disney villains as they're invited to attend a prep school with the heroes’ kids in Auradon. They're tasked with stealing the Fairy Godmother's wand to free their parents from the Isle of the Lost, forcing the kids to choose between their parents' evil legacy and finding their own goodness.
 
Webster Schroeder Musicals is bringing the classic On the Town to the stage February 5-7. The story centers around sailors Gabey, Chip, and Ozzie, who are on a whirlwind, 24-hour shore leave in New York City during World War II. They seek romance and adventure while exploring the vibrant city, with each finding a different romantic interest before their brief leave ends, leading to a classic score and dance numbers.
 
The Webster Thomas High School stage comes alive with Footloose the Musical, March 5-7. It tells the story of Ren McCormack, a Chicago teen who moves to the small, conservative town of Bomont, where dancing and rock music have been banned by Reverend Shaw Moore after a tragic accident. Ren classes with the strict town, falls for the reverend's rebellious daughter, Ariel, and, with his new friends, rallies the teens to challenge the ban and fight for their right to dance.
 
Disney Newsies Jr. takes the Spry Middle School stage March 20-21. This family-friendly stage adaptation of the Broadway musical tells the true story of New York City newsboys striking for fair treatment in 1899. Led by charismatic Jack Kelly and aided by reporter Katherine Plumber, the newsies unite against powerful publishers like Joseph Pulitzer to fight exploitation, learn the power of their collective voice, and win better conditions, while exploring themes of courage, friendship, and social justice.
 
Don’t miss the excitement, song, and dance! Save the dates and check back to the www.websterschools.org website in the weeks prior to the performances for ticket information.