Shakespeare's Twelfth Night - Our Kids Production

For the fourth year in a row, our boys did a homeschool play/musical production. This years play was not as musical as it usually is. This time it was more a regular play, but it was very well done. We took on Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

The kids all went for the roles they wanted, or if we were lacking people for parts, as many of our homeschoolers had moved away this year, then some kids were roped into roles they might not have normally gone out for! Colt, was even asked to take on a role, even though he was in public school at the time!

The last time he was part of the play, two years ago, he had a small role and kept rather low key. His Cadets has been wonderful for his self confidence and public speaking abilities. He was one of the few people who did not need a microphone for the performance. Not that any of them were allowed mics.

Dane, as per the norm, took on a part that was as small as possible, but ended up having a great time at the performance. He just doesn't like the dressing up - silly costumes as far as he is concerned.

It was rather funny when I went to a ladies store in town and asked if they sold tights. The lady asked me for what size? Hmmm... "Well, my son is 6' foot." She looked at me rather funny. *grin* I then proceeded to tell her I needed two pairs as both my sons would be wearing them ... for a play. *grin*

When I went to the second hand shop to find odds and ends to put their costumes together the bill was a little high, so I asked her if she would give a discount since the clothes would only be worn for a school play. She talked to her manager and then gave me a 'Seniors Discount'. Didn't realize I looked that old! *grin*

Austin wanted a part this year. He usually takes on a tiny part of one or two lines. This year he wanted something equally as small, but as it turned out he was given a line near the end of the play, as well as his original lines. He did very well and enjoyed his role as Fabien, a servant, of Lady Olivia.

Cassidy would probably have liked to have done something simple, but I knew he was capable of hamming it up and having fun. So he went for the role of Malovio - the snotty butler who falls in love with the lady of the house, and later gets locked up as a maniac. Cassidy did not disappoint. He was his typical relaxed self!

They were about to be shipwrecked....

Cooper was an endearing little raindrop.

Briton was going to be a Rain Drop, but decided he would rather stay off the stage and watch the play with our friend, Tammy.



" I've been to Olivia's to pay her a call. I have some news, but it's not so hot. She'll wear a veil to cover her tears, and see noone for seven years," Fabien (Austin) said.

"Olivia is busy. You'll have to go back," Malvolio (Cassidy) spoke.

Malvolio removing his shoes to take a nap.

Don't stay with me. I'm an unlucky guy," Sebastian (Dane) said.

"I can't go with you. There are people here who want my head. They say, years ago I committed a crime. The Duke is eager for me to do time. But here is some money, my good friend; it doesn't matter how much you spend," replied Antonio (Colt)

Sebastian wasn't worried at all. He ripped off his shirt and began to brawl. He fought Sir Andrew, his fists clenched tight.

Sir Toby jumped in to stop the fight. Sebastian turned on him with his sword.

"Stop! You're under arrest!" The guards arrested Antonio.

"I'm not insane! I have good reason to complain," cried Malvolio after he was locked up by the pranksters.

"Who's this fellow I'm about to meet? Am I going mad? You look like the brother I never had!" Sebastian said to his long lost sister, (in disguise as a guy) Viola.

"I helped to bring this man to shame. Sir Toby Belch had the time of his life with Maria who is now his wife," Fabian proudly said. (the three of them were responsible for locking up Malvolio as a maniac)




All the girls got flowers from their parents after the play and Cooper (who'd have thunk!) really wanted some, too. Sweetfully, my friend Tammy asked a friend's little girl for a sprig from her bouquet and Cooper was beyond thrilled. He told anyone who would listen about his flowers.

The cast minus the little Raindrops.

The actors signing programs before the play.