KOKOPO 24 August
2012 -- Vunabosco thespians together with the
performers
from Our Lady of the Sacred Heart ( OLSH ), wowed the audience
from
various parts of Kokopo town on 19 August as “The Witness of
Peter to
Jesus” became the highlight of the celebration of the
recently-concluded Don Bosco day held in the school gymnasium.
For the first time Vunabosco changed from its usual Cultural
presentation to a Musical, something that showed the maximum
potentials
of the students in an operatic way. Colourful and captivating
costumes
and props delicately prepared and designed by Mrs. Anabelle
Ortega and
the well-crafted backdrop made by Mr. A’aron Gibson brought
the musical
to wonders and larger than life portrayal of events.
Prior to this day, an initial presentation was held on
Friday,17th
August that catered to students from different schools like
OLSH,
Warangoi High School, and Kabaleo Primary School. The positive
reviews
it got from those who attended the show strengthened the
performers to
make the repeat a triumphant success.
This musical was the grandest production ever acted on stage
of
Vunabosco as evidenced by the hundreds of performers who
graced the
show. The main performer, John Vianney Mala gave a credible
and amazing
performance for his portrayal of Peter while Ulrich Rabui gave
justice
to his role as Jesus. Heldrine Mali and Warren Apia both gave
sterling
performances as John and Judas respectively. Meanwhile,
students from
OLSH, Anne Marie Morris, who played as the mother of James and
John ,
Mary Torot as Peter’s wife, Carol Vutia as Mama Mary , were
awesome in
their song renditions.
All in all, the major and minor characters were made alive by
these
performers who gave splendid inspiration to those who watched
and were
touched by the soulful musical. The four month preparation and
training of these young men and women served as an eye opener
for those
who have the flair for acting to cultivate and eventually show
their hidden talents.
One lucky member of the audience who won the Raffle
Extravaganza draw
stated that, “It is indeed such a blessing and a rewarding
experience
to be a witness to what Vunabosco is doing for the boys and
girls of
this place. If there is a possibility, I am looking forward to
watch
another musical such as Jesus Christ Superstar.”
“The Witness of Peter to Jesus” was brilliantly directed by
Fr.
Clifford Morais, SDB, with the able support of Fr. Roger
Miranda, SDB,
and the Vunabosco staff.
