After four months of preparation, final rehearsals are underway for Westbourne Grammar’s senior year musical Catch Me if You Can.
A musical adaption of the film starring Leonardo Di Caprio and Tom Hanks which tells the true story of conman Frank Abignale Jr, Catch Me If You Can opens at Wyndham Cultural Centre in less than two weeks.
In what is billed as a ‘larger than life story’, Year 12 student Josh Condon plays the lead role of Abignale Jr, who despite no formal training or qualifications, bluffs his way into being a pilot, doctor and lawyer.
Tasked with tracking the conman down is FBI agent Carl Hanratty, who is played by Year 11 student Billie Carolin-Vandenberg, while year 12 student Charlotte Johnson plays Abignale Jr’s love interest, Brenda Strong as she tries to lead him away from a life of deception.
More than 80 students from years seven to 12 are involved in the production, including the cast, band members and backstage staff.
Assisting them are a team of awarding winning costume, hair, make-up, sound and lighting designers who will also provide students with professional-level experience.
With a swinging 60’s soundtrack and choreography to match, Catch Me If You Can runs from July 13 to 15 at the Wyndham Cultural Centre.
For bookings email: boxoffice@wyndham.vic.gov.au.
Cade Lucas
