REVIEW: Flowertown Players ‘School of Rock’ Hits All the Right Notes
Based on the 2003 film of the same name, written by MikeWhite, the musical follows Dewey Finn, an out-of-work rock singer and guitarist who pretends to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. If you have ever seen the film, the kids are the stars and this production is no exception.
Flowertown has brought the magic of live theatre, rock and roll and emerging talent together in one spectacular performance. This is truly musical theatre that will leave you dancing in your seats and cheering all the way to the end.
School of Rock definitely rocked the quiet town of Summerville and is continuing to do so through December 16.
I had the pleasure of seeing the performance in person opening weekend and wasn’t sure what to expect when I saw the show. I was told in advance that no adults would be a part of the show.
As the show started, I was amazed and truly in awe by the talent of our Summerville area children. The teacher Dewey was played by Konrad Knaak. He not only was talented singing, but he also played the role and sounded much like the film’s main character played by Jack Black.
When Rosalie, the school principal, played by Celeste Class-Rodriquez started singing, I closed my eyes and saw a professional opera singer in my mind. Her voice was so remarkable. Each child that had a role in the play showed tremendous talent. It was not an overwhelming set so you could concentrate on the show itself focusing on the core elements, the acting and singing performances.
I have lived in Summerville since 2009 and never had the pleasure to see a show at the theater. I am sad I waited so long to see such talent in our community.
They hold auditions for each show. Even if you’re not a great singer, I would recommend not only seeing a show but auditioning and be a part of the show itself. There are many upcoming shows for you to see and be a part of. In fact, I expect to return in January to audition myself and hope to. find a place in this local acting and performance community.
See link below for dates and times on School of Rock and also upcoming shows and auditions.
Tickets: Adults – $30.00 / Seniors, Military and First Responders – $26.00 / Students – $22.00 / 15 and Under $15.00
Official Website for Flowertown Players 43rd Season
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I was so blessed to go to School of Rock on 16th at 3pm. Awesome, awesome talent of each and everyone. So glad I bought a 6 mos membership. Drummer was wow, how does he do that with the drums, principle was fabulous, she would have scared me growing up, exquisite soprano and so funny trying to avoid twitching to the rock and her authoritative spirit softening, the lead actor bum/teacher was also TOPS. Reminds me of my motto, “Sometimes we have to do what we don’t want to do to get where we want to go with our future/life!” Enjoyed all the talent and entertainment. Thanks for all you all do!!!!
Thank you Shirley for the wonderful words about the ‘School of Rock’ performance at Flowertown. So heartwarming.
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