Lights, camera, action! On February 14, 2020, the students of Frank Vessels Elementary School in the Cypress School District debuted their inaugural musical theater production of Disney Aladdin Kids to the student body. This was followed by evening performances for families and friends on February 18 and 19.
The production, made possible by Disney Musicals in Schools and Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, showcased the amazing singing, dancing, and acting skills of our talented students. Segerstrom provided an amazing level of support and coaching, ensuring a seamless and noteworthy production that was truly memorable for our students and community.
Last spring, Vessels was one of only five Orange County schools to receive a grant from Disney Musicals in Schools. Fifty-eight students in third through sixth grade rehearsed singing, dancing, and acting for 16 weeks under the direction of teachers Julienne Whiteman and Lori McMullin and librarian Stacey Burke. Mrs. Whiteman and Mrs. McMullin were recently honored as nominees for Parenting OC Magazine’s Top Teachers of Orange County award.
We are proud of our teachers and students and all that they have accomplished this year. We look forward to the continued success of our students in musical theater at our school. Vessels Elementary School is truly a great place to learn, and it shows in all that we do!
