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Town steps in to keep high school play going in Matthews By Paige Pauroso | April 30, 2021 at 5:17 PM EDT - Updated May 3 at 6:25 PM
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Thereâs been a lot of disappointments for high school students this past year.
The pandemic disrupted their school year for months, sending them to remote learning for most of the year.
And just because theyâre back now, parents say things arenât better.
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Drama students at Providence High may use facilities owned by the town of Matthews to perform their spring musical in front of family and friends, Mayor John Higdon said.
A troupe of drama students at Providence High may use facilities owned by the town of Matthews, including the Fullwood Theater, to perform their spring musical in front of family and friends, Mayor John Higdon said Saturday.
The announcement came after Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools said most end-of-year celebrations, including arts performances, may only be attended by students and faculty members due to safety protocols.
Parents involved in Providence High s spring production of Spamalot objected, noting that the district was allowing parents and families of student-athletes to attend indoor sporting events. The district also was moving forward with plans for indoor, in-person graduation ceremonies.
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Providence High school is preparing for a show on May 21st.
“Lot of hours are put in,” said Daniel Binder.
He is the lead in Monty Python’s Spamalot.
“To play a character that’s not you, but insert yourself into that character and tell it’s story, it’s really beautiful,” said Binder.
He says they have been rehearsing for months. They’ve staggered rehearsal times and placement in order to conform with necessary Covid safety protocols.
“We’re just appreciative to be there at this point,” said RJ Binford.
Binford is the show’s stage manager. He says it’s been a difficult year. And they were hoping to put on a show for the parents who have supported them throughout.