Surrounded by Amazing Talents

As Tessie, Cailin Scully’s acrobatic flair dazzles in the aforementioned ‘Hard Knock Life.’ Camille Nko’o steals a moment as Duffy with her standout solo in ‘Fully Dressed.’ Chloe Delle-Vedove impresses with her dance skills as July, and Skylah McMah delights with her masterful physical comedy as Kate. Rounding out the child cast is Zoe Reeves, as Friday with a cameo in ‘N.Y.C.’

And this review needs to start with those friends!! Annie was played on opening night by Dakota Chanel and she was joined by a team of talented youngsters -  Camille Nko’o, Cailin Scully, Matilda Teiotu, Skylah McMah, Ellie Lang, Chloe Delle-Vedove and Zoe Reeves are perhaps one of the most talented group of kids I have had the absolute joy of watching on stage. They were flawless- hitting every step and every note and making this more than just a show for kids but for everyone who delights in emerging talent. Many of their numbers were memorable but it was a ‘hard knock life’ that stood out as one of the highlights of the night. Not a beat missed with exciting choreography and a number that really tested them and they shone through it all. Clearly a crowd favourite, at the end of the production it was the cast of children who got the audience to their feet for a well deserved standing ovation.

Very noteworthy, is the ensemble of girls who steal the show whenever given the opportunity. Chloe Delle-Vedove, Ellie Lang, Skylah McMah, Camille Nko’o, Zoe Reeves, Cailin Scully and Matilda Teiotu are together an unequivocal sensation as Annie’s intrepid friends.