It began at Thanksgiving time with starting to memorize the Latin words for the many lovely chants and songs offered by the nun’s chorus. The music for the nun’s quartet was easier — in English.
It went on with weeks filled with rehearsals, of which there were even a couple of cancellations because the weather was so bad — even for Minnesota! Mostly, though, the show had to go on no matter how bad the storm and the cold.
It was over with the final performance on Sunday, March 2, 2014.
So here for you to see — some photos of the people involved.
First, the nun’s chorus, against the backdrop of the elegant set.
And the children’s chorus. I’ve been told they hated to see it end, having become a very close “family.”
And Edelweiss. Many year’s ago when my son in Junior High performed the role of the Captain, my father “cried three handkerchiefs worth.” I understand people in this audience teared up too. The song is so touching for people who have left their homelands behind, and even for those who haven’t.
Sister Berthe, Mother Abbess, and Sister Margaretta
The Nun’s Quartet in action, discussing Maria’s suitability for the Abbey.
Sister Margaretta and Sister Berthe, with a little slice of Mother Abbess on the side
And then the finale in rehearsal
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yayy!! There’s my MO!!!!! you are beaming, dearest Mona, i would so have loved to be there ♥
Judging from the photo, I guess I really did enjoy it! Good to know all that work was not in vain. And wouldn’t it have been fun to see you there. Next best is your kind comment.
that was amazing seeing those photos of the musical ! you look wonderful mona
Thanks, Linda. The costume helped. Next time I’ll play a Moslem lady so I can wear a veil over my face.
It was wonderful, Mona! Those of us in the audience could tell you were having fun! I’ll bet you’re so proud of Doug too, and the way he brought his vision for this show to life.
True on both counts. I was having fun and I am proud of Doug. Thanks for being there.
A very impressive and probably emotion filled presentation. But you still haven’t mentioned how it was for you.
Read the comments above. That about describes it for me. Thanks for asking.
Beautiful Mona. Your smile lights your whole face. 🙂
Thanks so much for your kind comment!
Hi Mona, Glad you had just a wonderful experience performing in “The Sound of Music..” You and your son are very talented! It is one of my favorite musicals, and like your dad, I always cry!!! Joy
It’s fun to see the pictures of the play. I’ve enjoyed reading about it over the past few months as you rehearsed for the play and then performed in it.
Thanks so much for following and commenting.
See these pictures brings back memories of that great performance…..
Thanks
🙂 you look great, sis’ Mona! congrats! nice and pleasant souvenirs… 🙂
Thank you so much for watching and commenting. Yes, another thing on my bucket list. …