The year 10 production of “Daisy pulls it off” was truly a treat for all. The story takes place in 1927 and Daisy Meredith, "honourable, courageous, and straight in all things" as she cheerfully announces, is a bright elementary school pupil who has become the first to win a scholarship to the elite Grangewood School for Girls, normally reserved for children of the upper classes. Of course Daisy wins out and heroically comes up trumps saving the day on the hockey field, saving lives on the cliff face and saving the school from financial ruin via a hidden treasure find. It is all great fun and our two stars (Daisy and Trixie) steal just about every scene.

The play begins as if it were a real school production, with a marvellous monologue from the head teacher (Maho). This is a great opening to the play and sets up for a truly tremendous show. The scene in which we first see Trixie (Lily) and Daisy is spiffing, and they really capture the strong bond and friendship between the girls. That said there are fine showings from the piggy and nasty pairing of Monica (Olivia) and Sybil (Saydee). The pair added a great sense of both humour and drama to the play with their antics. The enigmatic Russian teacher played by Lily was a pleasure to watch whilst being critical to the plot line. There's a bit of help from the staff too playing teachers and other grown-ups, Miss Granville (Hannah) , daisy’s mother (Ella) and the librarian (Cassandra) all played their parts terrifically and really made the play what it was.
The Hockey scene was staged marvellously and was really effect for the audience. Daisy, Belinda (Morag), Clare (Christiana) and Alice (Bella) were delightful whilst keeping the reality of the scene. Another outstanding scene was when Daisy heroically saved her two enemies from a tragic death. The scene was very emotional and really showed the high quality of acting involved in this play. Before the final scene all the mysteries were unravelled with a heartfelt monologue from the gardener who turned out to be Daisy’s long lost father. The play concluded with a final hymn and a happy ending.
The costumes and sets give an added touch to the play. This is a topping production, full of incredibly talented actresses. Credit must also be given to the amazing Director who put it all together, Mrs Ashwell.

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Paige