‘A sparrow among a great flock of sparrows’
Print Edition
Have you ever dreamed of being in a Broadway musical? Amazingly, that happened to me! Would you like to hear about it?
Well, it all began with my mother. She knew an agent who told us about a production of the musical “Evita” that would be staged in Shanghai. My mom and I thought it might be fun if I tried out for it. For the audition I had to sing two songs in English for the director and producer online. I sang one song called “Smile” and a second one called “I’m Flying.” Can you believe that out of 2,000 kids that auditioned, I was one of the 10 selected? I was so happy! I was flying!
I soon started rehearsals with other members of the cast. At practice the director helped me improve my singing skills by showing me how to hit the high notes. Next, we had to start practicing the songs for each scene. I would feature in three different scenes: Santa Evita, Girl Scouts, Salva Regena — and would sing in each of them.
It was really great to meet the entire cast and crew of such a big production. I took a picture with the actress who played the lead role, Evita Peron. The other singers and I got to sing our songs to the cast and crew. When we finished, everyone applauded us.
I really love singing and acting, so it was amazing to be in the spotlight.
The last time I was on stage was for our school’s fourth grade play. That was a special experience, but this time it was incredible. I was in a professional production with famous actors and actresses.
Our first performance was enchanting. I was literally standing in the spotlight on stage. I was so excited because my teachers, family and friends were there to support me.
Every night we performed in front of a large audience, and every performance seemed to go by so fast. The last night we performed was amazing. All eyes in the audience were on me. Time stood still. It was my most memorable experience. Evita, I love you!
- About Us
- |
- Terms of Use
- |
-
RSS - |
- Privacy Policy
- |
- Contact Us
- |
- Shanghai Call Center: 962288
- |
- Tip-off hotline: 52920043
- 沪ICP证：沪ICP备05050403号-1
- |
- 互联网新闻信息服务许可证：31120180004
- |
- 网络视听许可证：0909346
- |
- 广播电视节目制作许可证：沪字第354号
- |
- 增值电信业务经营许可证：沪B2-20120012
Copyright © 1999- Shanghai Daily. All rights reserved.Preferably viewed with Internet Explorer 8 or newer browsers.
