It's a Lion! | Festival of The Arts 2017

Today was the second session of Festival of The Arts. 

I learned a range of different vocal warms up, as well as what the Broadway show looked and sounded like after watching a video. I instantly fell in love with everything about it - from the costume and makeup to the powerful voices and characters they portray, I'm so excited to be able to be part of the show. In fact, I changed my mind. I don't want to stage crew anymore. I want to sing in the show, which is something I never thought I would ever do because I've never really been part of such a performance like this. 

So I was so excited when me and two of my close friends were chosen to audition for a singing role for the performance. It was unexpected but I really hope that I did well and can get a part I want. My favourite character is Rafiki - the Broadway show featured a woman as this role with such a strong, powerful voice that I would love to do onstage. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0OdIcCQG9I

Above is a link to a YouTube video of the Broadway performance. As you can see, the set is absolutely amazing. The colour palette is so unique and I loved the prop giraffes, elephants and cheetahs. The vocals are absolutely incredible, and it added to the show enormously. Everything about this performance is amazing. 

This is a photo of Rafiki on Broadway. Her outfit is wildly creative and magnificent - effortlessly capturing the stunning African beauty that 'The Lion King' is all about. 

Rafiki isn't on the official casting role, but I would love to be able to play Simba. I'm really proud of myself for stepping up and taking such a big step - signing up and auditioning for a singing role. This is something out of my comfort zone but I couldn't be more excited for it!