Pupils take a walk on the wild side for Jungle Book performance

Talented junior school pupils starred in a dazzling performance of The Jungle Book to a sell-out audience in The Vanburgh Theatre this week.

Bears, tigers, snakes and monkeys were just a few of the exotic animals brought to spectacular life by the J2 pupils. Colourful costumes and make-up, created by Junior School Art teacher Miss Savage, added to the vibrant set design and the whole production was a visual triumph.

Every pupil played their role excellently, with Mowgli and Baloo winning a place in the audience’s heart with their cunning wit and charm. Under the watchful eye of Bagheera, our hero negotiated the pitfalls of jungle life. The ferocious Shere Khan proved to be an imposing figure and the slithering body of Kaa the Giant Snake was moved around the stage with great skill by the pupils.

The delighted audience tapped their feet along to the classic songs, all of which were sang beautifully by the talented cast with music arranged by Junior School teacher Mrs Stevens.

The impressive performances were coordinated by Director; Mrs Parker, whilst thanks must also go to Action Transport Theatre, a professional theatre company based in Ellesmere Port, for loaning the school some fantastic set decorations and props.

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