1977 - Song of Norway
Song of Norway (1977)
Plot Synopsis:
Set in Troldhaugen, Norway in 1860, the show follows the lives of three childhood friends: Grieg, fellow composer Rikaard Nordraak and opera singer Louisa Giovanni. Grieg's love for his childhood sweetheart, Nina, and his country is selfishly manipulated by the scheming Louisa, who is determined to keep him from Nina by constantly using him as her pianist in world tours.
Show Info and Crew Members:
| Show Dates: | April 28, 29, 30, 1977 |
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| Director: | George Fennell |
| Scene Design: | Rick Eckhart |
Cast:
| Thomas Yenser | ... | Edvard Grieg |
| Debra Schleicher | ... | Nina Hagerup |
| Steve Ruch | ... | Rikard Nordraak |
| Jane Smith | ... | Louisa Giovanni |
| Greg Shiner | ... | Count Peppi |
| Dennis Blose | ... | Father Grieg |
| Magdalen Konek | ... | Mother Grieg |
| Ray Miller | ... | Father Nordraak |
| Kevin Beers | ... | Freddy |
| ZoeAnn Rex | ... | Christa |
| Sharlene Hess | ... | Grimma |
| RoseAnn Strohl | ... | Helga |
| Suzette Nanovic | ... | Gretchen |
| Kathy Kistler | ... | Sigrid |
| Chris Cunfer | ... | Lisle |
Production Notes:
Audiences were delighted when the curtain opened on April 28, 1977, on the beautiful scenery, the fascinating costumes, and the enchanting music of Scandanavia. The musical, based on the life of Edvard Grieg, played by Tom Yenser, and Louisa Giovanni, played by Jane Smith, was a bit difficult and serious for many of the students. However, the community greeted it with enthusiasm. George Fennell did a fine job with the challenge of a relatively inexperienced chorus and the difficulty of the music. Rick Eckhart's sets brought the show to life and Slatington High School succeeded once again.