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Mary Poppins: Just a spoonful of sugar

East Rockaway School District presents lively musical

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Not even the early morning snow could dampen the excitement of East Rockaway students as they took the stage for their production of “Mary Poppins” last weekend.

The cast, which featured East Rockaway Junior-Senior High ‘s Katharine Calabrese as Mary Poppins, Jack Neary as Bert, and Samantha Marx and Andrew Schwarzman as Mrs. and Mr. Banks, respectively, delighted audience members with professional acting performances. The production included district students in grades 4-12, and was highlighted by high-energy choreographed dances and beautiful music that had those in attendance humming along in their seats.

The performances were under the guidance of Director Pamela Murano, as well as Musical Director/Conductor Thomas Schloen and Vocal Musical Director Seanna Silver.

East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School Principal commended all those involved in the musical.

“I was truly amazed at this production, said Joseph”Spero. “Between the number of students in the ensemble, and the range of ages they covered, the show was a huge success.”