As the lights in the auditorium dim, the unmistakable melody of Frozen fills the air. On stage, the students of Page are about to bring the beloved Disney story to life. For many of these performers, this year’s production is more than just a play, it’s a chance to showcase their talents, make memories, and offer the audience a magical escape into the world of Arendelle.
As the curtain rises on the opening night of the school’s theater production, the actors behind some of Frozen’s most iconic characters: Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and Sven are ready to shine. After many rehearsals, costume fittings, and effort, the stars of this high school rendition of Frozen reflect on their experiences, hopes, and favorite parts of bringing this story to life.
Anna
Lily Bateson shares that she loves acting because she’s able to bring the characters to life. Playing Anna, she says, is a dream come true. She relates to the character, noticing how the bubbly energy of Anna is often how she feels. Lilly hopes to embody the role completely, aspiring to be more like her character every day.
Elsa
Brooke Coe hopes to bring her personality to Elsa. She states that acting is a chance to escape reality and experience what it’s like to be someone else. She speaks about how excited she is to try something new (acting) and how she plans on bringing Elsa’s character to life.
Olaf
Halle Dickerson speaks on how excited she is for this role, expanding her horizons from the roles she often plays. She hopes to bring laughter and joy to the stage, providing a bit of comic relief to the story.
Sven
Jamya Crockett speaks on how acting allows them to become different characters, exploring their personalities. Jamya speak about how playing an animal is a new thing to them but how exciting it is to explore this new type of role.
As the cast prepares for their performance, the magic of Frozen is set to unfold before an excited audience. The energy, dedication, and heart that Lilly, Brooke, Halle, and Jamya have poured into their roles will undoubtedly shine through in every scene. Their connection to the characters, Anna’s bubbly personality, Elsa’s journey to something new, Olaf’s carefree innocence, and Sven’s silly personality, makes this production something truly special. For the actors, this isn’t just a play, it’s an opportunity to share the message of joy, love, family, and self-discovery with the audience. And for the audience, it’s a chance to experience the whimsey of Arendelle, where the heartwarming magic of Frozen come to life in the hands of a talented group of young performers. As the curtain falls, it’s clear that the magic they’ve created will leave a lasting impression long after the final bow.
