Central’s drama department is in full rehearsal mode while preparing to showcase their spring musical, “Mamma Mia.” 

Students got to vote on what they wanted to perform. Out of options such as “Freaky Friday” and “Zombie Prom,” students overwhelmingly chose “Mamma Mia.” Senior Lucy Simmons-Pope, who plays Sophie, was not surprised by the choice. “Out of the options I feel like it was the most fun,” Simmons-Pope said. 

“Mamma Mia” is the story of a girl who wants to find her father so he can give her away at her wedding. The only problem is that three prospective fathers show up.  

The snow days early in the second semester set the cast back in rehearsals. “Rehearsals are chaotic because of snow days,” said Izzy Montanez, the stage manager. 

Drama Director Scott Mead believes they are catching back up. The student actors are working mostly on learning their lines. “Learn your dances, learn your music, learn your lines!” is something Mead says to his actors. He does believe they are on track for opening night. 

The drama department is working with a new choreographer, Julie Stanfill. “Whew!” Mead said, “a lot of dances in the first act.”  

Assistant stage manager Grace Spicka believes the dancing and blocking, the location of the actors on stage and their movements is what is going best for the cast right now. “Everyone is so good at what they do,” Spicka said.  

Mead is looking forward to students having their time in the spotlight. “I’m excited for [students and families] to come sing with us, watch the story, and enjoy the performances of our students,” he said. 

“Mamma Mia” will be performed on March 1 at 7 p.m., and Mar. 2 at 2 and 7 p.m. at Central in the auditorium.