The Reporter: Theatrical History Worth Seeing

Theatrical history worth seeing By Reader, Lynn Gallagher of Vacaville

Our community is richly blessed with the musical talent of so many young people. The Vacaville Christian School’s Radio Symphony Group and their guest performers did an outstanding job performing the musical score to the silent movie “Metropolis.”

While sitting in the audience waiting for the performance to start, you could fell the excitement and the anticipation from the young performers as well as the audience: A classic silent movie was about to be shown with a live student symphony playing the original musical score.

I could not help but think what an immense undertaking this project involved. Many elements had to come together. Movie theater manager Tim Kruse and all of those involved with providing the venue, modifying the equipment, and advertising are to be applauded; without their contribution, this exciting event would not have materialized.

Ralph Martin, the conductor, challenged his students to reach for this experience and guided them to a unique musical and personal achievement. I commend these performers’ parents and the Vacaville community in general for their support.

My husband and I felt as if we witnessed a bit of theatrical history and we loved every minute. To all of those involved, our thanks for an unforgettable evening.

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