Author: Rory McLeod
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Secondary School Musicals
Throughout secondary school, in Year 7-10, I participated in three college musicals. This experience built the foundation of my performance skills and introduced me to the dynamics of working as part of a company. My credits include: 2022 – Aladdin Jnr Role: Kassim 2021 – Matilda Jnr Role: Rudolpho, Cook and Big Kid number 3…
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Academic achievements
The following awards, highlight my academic achievements. Year 12, Year Level Dux: Art Making & Exhibiting – Photography Year 12, Semester 1: English DUX Theatre Studies DUX Year 11, Semester 2: Theatre Studies DUX
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Soundworks Productions
During the Summer of 2023-2024, I took part in my first pre-professional musical at Soundworks Productions of “FAME”. Initially, I submitted an audition tape, then I received a call back for an in person audition. This two month experience was a highly professional setting and supported young performers significantly. I met and worked alongside an…
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Wicked
Photograph I took during bows of the Sunday night performance, from the control room. During an inspiring weekend at the Regent Theatre, late June of 2024, I undertook work experience, shadowing crew members for the musical “Wicked”. This provided valuable insight into the technical elements of theatre. Over the course of four shows, I shadowed…
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Rent
Original review submitted to Theatre Haus for volunteership Jonathan Larsons, “Rent” chronicles a year in the life of a group of friends living in Alphabet City, on the Lower East Side of New York City circa 1996. Larson’s production introduces the audience to a range of complex individuals amongst this friend group. The Australian Tour…
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Off My Chest
“Off My Chest” was wearisome. “Off My Chest” promised an evening of light-hearted comedy but unfortunately fell short of leaving a memorable mark. Lisa Sharpe, the comedian behind the show, aimed to blend relatable anecdotes from her life into a stand-up routine at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Targeting an audience primarily consisting of “menopausal…
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Sunset Boulevard
‘Sunset Boulevard’ was timely. ‘Sunset Boulevard’ hit the stage at just the right time, giving Melbourne theatre fans the mature and intense show they’ve been missing. When it opened at the Princess Theatre on May 29th, you could feel the excitement buzzing among the crowd. Haunted by her memories and dreams, movie star Norma Desmond…