Harrowing and Inspired: The Theatrical Tapestry of Ormond College’s Spring Awakening

Reviewed by: Simon Brownjohn Ormond Drama’s rendition of Spring Awakening took the 21st century classic to the Union Theatre in an enthralling performance of rock and sadness. The show presents the lives of adolescents, each of whom uniquely come to terms with their burgeoning feelings of sexuality, against the backdrop of a repressive environment which shuns the characters into silence. The themes discussed encompass topics … Continue reading Harrowing and Inspired: The Theatrical Tapestry of Ormond College’s Spring Awakening

Footloose: An Impressive Feat of Feet

Footloose opens with Ren McCormack and his mother Ethel moving from Chicago to small town Bomont, and Ormond Drama have made the same journey, after performing Chicago at the Union Theatre last year. Back at the same venue in 2019, the theatre is abuzz with opening night nerves and excitement, as family, friends and the rest of the audience eagerly await their introduction to Ren … Continue reading Footloose: An Impressive Feat of Feet