The League of Cincinnati Theatres considers CCM“™s CARRIE a 4-Star show. The musical, based on a Stephen King horror novel, was presented last weekend, featuring students majoring in the nationally acclaimed Musical Theatre program at UC.
The LCT Panelists commended Lead Actress Hannah Freeman as Carrie White. “œHer vocal clarity and pitch were great and the honesty with which she played the range of emotions was grounded,“ stated one panelist. Another said Freeman “œdrew the audience in from the outset and delivered a vocally beautiful performance with seeming ease. Her acting communicated Carrie’s pain and grace. Even as audiences prepared for the inevitable, Freeman’s authenticity as Carrie made us care so much about her we hoped for a happier ending.“
Also singled out, Jenny Hickman as the mother, Margaret White, who was “œan outstanding singer and presence on the stage.“
Scenic designer by Sarabeth Hall also won over the panelists. A panelist noted “œshe created a visceral environment that thrust audiences into the piece and created palpable excitement well before the first entrance.“
For more information about upcoming performances at UC“™s College Conservatory of Music, contact www.ccm.uc.edu or call 513-556-4183.
League of Cincinnati Theatre panelists evaluate productions on a 5 star scale and recommend shows at either a 4 star or 5 star level. Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.
