Spotlight on Our Cast and Crew – Pride and Prejudice

Each newsletter, we will highlight a member of our talented cast and dedicated crew from our current Senior School production of Pride and Prejudice. Today, we shine a spotlight on Gabby Shaw '25, who steps into the role of Jane Bennet, and Nicole Onyeka '26, a dedicated member of our stage crew bringing the production to life behind the scenes. 

 

Gabby is a Grade 12 student and one of the talented performers in this year's Senior School Play. A boarder from Windsor, Nova Scotia, she has attended King's-Edgehill School since Grade 6. Drawn to the creative expression of performing arts, she was particularly intrigued by the opportunity to participate in a period performance of Pride and Prejudice. Her natural affinity for singing, dancing, and performing has made theatre a perfect outlet for her artistic talents. “I love how the performing arts allow you to express yourself creatively, and when it comes to acting, you can transform yourself into an entirely different character.” Gabby explains, when asked about her involvement in the performing arts. She strongly advocates for student involvement in theatre productions, emphasizing its value for self-expression, stress relief, and confidence building. Looking ahead to the April performance, she encourages the KES community to attend what promises to be an outstanding show with a super talented cast. 

 

Nicole, a first-year student from Nigeria, has joined the Senior School Play's crew team this year. While her initial interest in performing arts was sparked by friends at her previous school, she chose to step behind the scenes at KES as a way to be involved while pushing beyond her comfort zone. Rather than taking the stage, Nicole found her place helping to create the magic backstage. “I was excited to be involved but nervous about acting, so I chose to help with the crew,” she explains. “I was more comfortable helping the play in other ways than acting.” Drawing from her own experience, Nicole highly recommends theatre participation to others, emphasizing that it's not just a fun experience but also an excellent opportunity to challenge yourself and forge new friendships. 

 

Stay tuned for more cast and crew spotlights, and don’t forget to mark your calendars – Pride and Prejudice is coming to the stage April 10–12!