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Show 8 Th Magna TmWWwt Vailay Nw, August 22, 2002 Lifestyles Joseph musical a hit for WVC Arts Council By DggB OLSON Editor The West Valley Arts Council recent production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat proved that Community Theater can rival the best professional shows in the 41- f'... 1 country. The performance, held on a outdoor stage at Centennial Park, attracted a record; number of audiences through five performances as nearly 4,000 attended shows from Aug 15 through 20 . On Monday, Aug 19, the audience swelled to 1,800, spanning the entire grass area in front of the stage extending back into the baseball diamond and filling the bleacher seats. The success of the show began with a combination of an excellent leading cast, along with precise choreography and direction by Tracee Conde Walker and an Jerome Peterson portrayed Joseph in the West Valley Arts Council recent production. Above, he comforts Jacob, piayed by Ray Cameron, in the final scene. amazing set design, complete with a large Sphinx keeping watch over the stage, gave the popular Andrew Lloyd Webber show a unique twist and a new breath of life. Despite rain on Monday and the threat of rain on Tuesday, attendance at the performances remained high. As rain poured down on die stage and audience Monday, no one left their seat as die performance continued. In the lead role of Joseph was Jerome Peterson, whose skilled voice brought new depth to the character than what is commonly seen in most local Joseph productions. His voice and demeanor made Joseph come alive. ! Peterson was both witty and humorous si the right places as he shows off his coat of many colors to his brothers and brought the audience, and himself, to tearsmore than once in his portrayal of Joseph while in prison s inging "Close Every Door"' and the finale reunion with his Father Jacob, played by Ray Cameron, Peterson's portrayal of Joseph was tender and moving instead of conceded and arrogant Joseph's brothers were another key element of die musical who were highlighted more than most other productions give the 1 ensemble. Placing the brothers in a - QteKgE(Hi!n$ sjtrsvv Mfeg snowglobe during "Those Canaan Days" was a creative and amusing twist that gave all of the brothers a chance to enjoy their moment in addition to the French accented singing of Reuben, played by Bruce Craven. The cast excelled during the production numbers of "Benjamin Calypso," led by the amusing antics of Nathan Lingwall and during n the square dance of "One More Angel in Heaven" led by Jeff Jensen. Pulling the whole show together was Julie Nelson Blatter as the Narrator who took the cast and audience from scene to scene. The Sphinx backdrop to die Elvis persona of Pharaoh, was as dynamic as Pharaoh himself, played by Clair Wilcock, who had girls swooning and fainting on stage and women screaming in the audience as he proclaimed "Pharaoh is in the house." The production showcased more than 50 young dancers and singers as well as the talents of set and costume designers and a orchestra led by Gary ce Jensen. hoe-dow- tired THINK CLEARLY! Otecovv from author L Ron Hubbard the only offacava and program tor cllminNng ttra dMMMIng affects of drugs. potfutanS and toxic sutetancK, allowing you to think daarty? learn how tha PUriftcadon program can help you. At booiotofua everywhere or cat www cteartoodydcftrmlnd com 475j of seeing Master Planned Communities If youreonly the rich and famous can 'iztzzfs. afford, youre in for a pleasant surprise at Hunter Village. This 700 home communhy has been developed by severabof the areas top homebuilders. Together, they planned details such as architectural design ele- ments, streetscapes, fencing, entry monuments, parks, walking trails and more. These community amenities are typically found only in expensive neighborhoods, or large planned developments with huge price premiums. But at Hunter Village, you wont need a 6 figure income to buy a brand new home. Here, homes range from the $90$ to the $18Qs in over 35 unique home designs from 5 local builders. There Is i literally a home for every stage of life; from newlyweds to the golden years, or anything in between, there is a home just right for you. . L Hunter Village where community planning meets affordability. ill. See unm&.hunmvi!!age.ccm 3 r nity end hmm builder details. ni n Hunter i 1 for commu- 1 1 rvalue f ' 7l50VTet3S?3$di Huaterviliagc.com aiuia MtA! rJj jfjUR nu-- s 508 7983 f, tjn me ilAinusxiicm v I 503-115- 1 ptf l'f l t 9 0 A US fhnifriiM fiuft Jr,,n 572-636- 3 Sfwr I, e ma f iJs HOMES n' 250-656- 4 I 3LM, ACTIVE StNIO COMMUNITY f jt j " t If r t , I S 965-399- 7 POORC |
