The Sill experience: Cinderella

In December Maija came to me and wanted to try out for a local theater company's production. I helped her pick a song (You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile) and a monologue (from How to Train Your Dragon). I also explained to her that most people try out a lot of times before they get cast in a show. She still wanted to do it and she did fabulously at her audition. She ended up being cast as Young Cinderella. Rehearsals were tiring and seemed like too often- but she behaved so well and was so grown up about it. She had 9 performances over 3 weeks. She was so awesome! I had so many people from the cast come tell me how polite and poised she was. How well she takes direction and that they could not believe that this was her first production.

It was so much fun to watch her grow through this experience. She learned a lot, made a lot of friends and even improved in her schoolwork. She can't wait to do it again. She did some special performances for elementary schools and her class was able to come watch. She got the biggest cheer of the show and she was excited all day! She couldn't stop smiling and she kept saying "That was a-MAZE-ing!" I enjoyed spending time with her and helping out with her costume changes during the performances. It was a lot of fun to be there with her and get to know the other cast members. I can probably wait a little while before another show...Its a lot to take on when there are 3 other little ones at home and Dad works nights. But I am so happy she had this opportunity and no doubt you will all be seeing more of Maija on stage!