Medina College delivered a highly entertaining and energetic performance of Bugsy Malone on Thursday 11 December, showcasing an impressive level of talent, confidence, and teamwork. From the opening moments, the cast drew the audience into the fast-paced, comic world of 1920s gangsters, full of humour, charm, and classic splurge-gun chaos.

Tyler gave a fantastic portrayal of Bugsy Malone, capturing the character’s confidence, wit, and underlying vulnerability with ease. His strong stage presence anchored the production and kept the story moving at a lively pace. Avalon’s Blousey Brown was both feisty and soft, striking a lovely balance between determination and warmth, and bringing genuine heart to the show.

Dean’s portrayal of Fat Sam was a standout comedic highlight, with excellent timing and expressive character work that drew consistent laughs from the audience. Latia impressed as Tallulah, delivering a performance that was both graceful and fiery; she commanded the stage with confidence and flair whenever she appeared.

Chey and Katie’s comedic portrayal of Smolsky and O’Dreary added another layer of humour, with strong chemistry and playful delivery that made their scenes especially enjoyable. Erynn and Dominic also deserve special mention for perfectly portraying several characters throughout the production. Their versatility, quick character changes, and consistent energy added depth and professionalism to the show, helping each scene feel full and dynamic.

The ensemble worked cohesively, supporting the principal cast with enthusiasm, particularly in the musical numbers, which were lively and well-rehearsed. Choreography was sharp and engaging, and vocals were confident across the cast.
Technical elements further enhanced the production, with creative simple set design, effective lighting, and well-considered costumes that captured the spirit of the era.

Overall, Medina College’s Bugsy Malone was a polished, fun, and memorable production that clearly reflected the dedication and talent of everyone involved. A huge thank you must go to the students for their hard work, commitment, and enthusiasm throughout the rehearsal process and performances. You should all be extremely proud of what you achieved.

Sincere thanks also go to the parents and staff for their continued support and encouragement. Special recognition must be given to Mr Wiseman, Mrs Tennent, Mr Windor, Mr Allan, and Ms Norquoy for their guidance, dedication, and tireless work in making the production possible. Thank you as well to the band for their fantastic live music and to the theatre technicians for their professionalism and technical expertise, which brought the show together so seamlessly.

A particular thank you goes to Claire and Simon Apsey for all their support with the production. Having professional directors and performers involved added a high level of quality to the show and provided a wonderful opportunity for the students to learn from their expertise.

Well done to everyone involved in bringing this fantastic production to life.