Talent Show 2004

The annual talent show, which ws produced by Drama Club and the Musical Theatre Department for the past three years, proved to be a success once again. At the rebirth of the ESHS Musical Theatre Department in the production of Little Shop of Horrors in 2002, the budget was dismal. The talent show was designed not only to showcase the hidden talent at ESHS, but to raise money for the spring musical. Each year the ballot and crowd keep getting bigger. This year’s program included 16 acts ranging from garage bands to dance solos.

The show also included a couple promotional numbers by the cast of this year’s spring musical GYPSY, and closed with the Drama Class’ Comedia Del Arte showcase.

The third place winner of the talent show was Corrine Hongo who played the Taiko Drums with her father. Second place was taken by the band Scarlet Dream (led by Matt Miltenberger) who sang AFI songs and truly stirred the audience. The mosh pits down by the stage were a bit more than the administration had bargained for. And first place went to Senior Titi Ung who impersonated William Hung from this season’s American Idol singing “She Bangs.” Titi tore the house down and the audience just couldn’t get enough of his slick dancing and singing that was backed up by beautiful dancing girls. The auditorium was quickly filled with chants of “Titi! Titi!” as the audience begged for an encore.

The evening was hosted by the charming and witty senior Pat Ory, and was organized by drama club members Shane Jaqua and Lauren Peters. Drama Club Advisor and Director of GYPSY, Mrs. Hedayat said, “The audience really was in good spirit and we were very well supported.” Musical Director Gary Fritzen said there was definitely something for everyone!”

GYPSY runs May 21, 22, 28, and 29 at 7:30 pm in the high school auditorium and tickets can be purchased from cast members beginning in May. Come and support the Musical Theatre Department!