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Play 2019 by Drama Club

As the home orchestra, the Kuen Cheng Wind Band retook the
AH, YOUTH !
stage to present their four final pieces of the night. The mood Jointly reported by:
was quickly set through an arrangement of Itulah Sayang, Michael Ng Choon Hau Sr1A
by legendary and beloved artist, P. Ramlee. This piece was AH, YOUTH ! Tan Yi Khai Sr1ScD
Ming Xuen Amelia Sr1A
originally featured in the film Anak-ku Sazali which P. Ramlee
himself had also acted in, playing two different roles, Hassan
and Sazali. Next up was Animation Medley, featuring the music
from the greatest works of renowned director, Miyazaki Hayao.
This medley comprised themes from Laputa: Castle in the
Sky, Nausicaa: Valley of the Wind, Porco Rosso as well as My
Neighbour Totoro. This medley resonated with audiences of all
ages through its variety of styles and the popularity of Miyazaki
Hayao’s films alone. The acoustic bass was then swapped with an
electric bass in this phenomenon of song, Bohemian Rhapsody
by the British rock band, Queen, highlighting the event once
again. This song from the Queen’s album, A Night at The Opera
took the world by storm when it was first published as it had
incorporated strikingly different styles of music never imagined
to be pieced together, including ballad, opera and hard rock. To
finish off the night strikingly, the audience were presented with
the XInyao medley. This medley comprises multiple Singaporean
ballads penned by famous songwriters. This medley ended the
night warmly through its nostalgic hints and melodies.

Applause was given by the audience generously, resonating
off the walls of the hall, evident of the musicians’ effort which
they had poured into perfecting the art of music along with aken place on 29 June 2019, the play titled “Ah Youth!” marked the first ever large-scale performance by the Drama Club
sacrifices and hardships. The audience who did not have since it was founded 30 years ago. It was the first of its kind, as one could tell from the massive audience and the high
enough to taste soon erupted into chants for an encore. Once Tstress during the rehearsals. People were desperate to get good seats, and started piling up 2 hours before the 2pm show,
again, the Kuen Cheng Wind Orchestra did not disappoint and as free seating was yet another experimental feature introduced this year.
continued to serve the dessert of the night through a medley
of Arukou from the film Totoro as well as the ending theme The first act of the day was mainly focused on the story of a 14-year-old boy who found himself inside the realm of his mobile
from Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea. Before the last chord of the game after getting electrocuted. The boy met many friends along his quest to free a village from the demons, whose sole
music struck, waves of applause and cheer filled the hall, with a purpose is to steal the Crystal of Hope and take over the world. He soon found out the weakness of the demons and made an
standing ovation from the audience.
invincible gauntlet to fight against the demons. The last moments of his time in the game was when he activated the gauntlet
and (presumably) saved the entire game universe. After the revelation that it was all a coma-induced dream, the boy made a
major decision to be a better him while his mother and friends followed suit.

The clock struck half past three when the second show started. It started off with a song alongside a stellar choreography that
showed off the awesomeness of the Drama Club (in the story), only for it to be revealed that this scene was from 10 years
ago. The current club has fallen from grace, having only six members still remaining. After some commotion with the former
headmistress who insisted on shutting down the club, there was a requirement for the Drama Club to attract 20 new members
On this historic night for both our school and the National before the end of the semester for the club to be able to continue operating. The 6 club members decided to present a play to
Magong High School, friends were made, and music was created, attract new members. Although obstacles like friendships, poverty, romance and education got in the way, 6 new members
erupting from flames of passion for the art of music. Different were eventually casted from auditions and rehearsals went underway. Life eventually got the best of most the original members
characters and flavours of both the Kuen Cheng Wind Orchestra in their search of self-improvement, as a result, the president promised to close down the club after the play. The ending was
and the Ma Kong Wind Band were brought out significantly bittersweet. Even though the club was closing down, everyone overcame their obstacles in life, and put on a play well done and
which complimented both the orchestra and the band. The way very much enjoyed.
for a greater future and stronger bonds between both schools
were paved through the huge success of this stunning concert. This play was a huge success, which blew the expectations of it being better than the 2017 and 2018 shows out of the water.
References to pop culture, comedic acting and well thought-out jokes really played a role in keeping the audience interested and
laughing. Other noteworthy parts of the play include the stunning choreography and brilliant staging in both plays, especially
the second play, which was basically a musical. The themes of the play, which was centred around adolescence, really resonated
with the audience and provided solace to a variety of students, ranging from playful kids to passionate yet struggling club
committee members. The play ended at 4:45pm. It was definitely one not to be forgotten for some time, and it certainly counts
as a brilliant success for the Drama Club.

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