Curro learners turn out professional showmanship in two sold-out nights
Curro Krugersdorp High School transformed its hall into a theatrical Gothic world this month when learners presented a stage adaptation of The Addams Family. After months of preparation and rehearsals, the production ran for two consecutive nights that both reached full capacity, school representatives reported.
The cast included a mix of learners in principal roles and ensemble parts, with names supplied by the school showing a broad base of talent across grades. Key performances listed by the school included Jade Rito as Wednesday Addams and a family ensemble featuring Terrence Gachuhi, Tyrah Gachuhi and Lwandle Mogapi. Other featured performers included Ntokoto Mosidi in the role of Granny and Hlolo Mokgethi as Pugsley Addams.
"Learners showcased their incredible talents both on and off the stage, bringing the characters to life with confidence, energy, and professionalism beyond their years," said executive head Annemarie Lombard.
The show combined acting with choreographed dance sequences and musical numbers. Visuals supplied by the school capture moments from scenes that blended dark comedy with musical theatre conventions — a mix that appeared to resonate with audiences and produced standing ovations at curtain call.
Behind the scenes: preparation and community support
Organisers said the production was the culmination of months of work, involving rehearsals, set and costume preparation, and technical support. The success of the two sold‑out nights highlights the level of coordination between learners, teachers and support staff required to stage a school musical at this scale.
School theatre productions often serve several functions in a community: they provide arts education to learners, create social opportunities for families, and act as a showcase for extracurricular programmes that compete for limited time and resources in school budgets. The crowd response in Krugersdorp suggests strong community interest in local performing arts, which can influence future school programming and parental support.
- Production: The Addams Family (stage adaptation)
- Venue: Curro Krugersdorp High School hall
- Run: Two nights (both sold out)
- Notable cast: Jade Rito, Terrence Gachuhi, Tyrah Gachuhi, Lwandle Mogapi, Ntokoto Mosidi, Hlolo Mokgethi
Photographs provided by the school picture learners in costume and in performance. Those images underline the technical and creative effort invested by the pupils and their teachers.
What this means for arts in Krugersdorp
Local theatre events such as this expose more learners to performing arts and give them practical experience in acting, choreography, stage management and lighting. For parents and residents, school productions are an accessible way to support young talent and to assess the strength of a school’s extracurricular offerings when choosing education pathways.
While Curro Krugersdorp did not release figures for ticket prices or fundraising totals, the two sold-out performances indicate a positive reception that may encourage similar events in the coming school year.
Organisers and school leaders often rely on volunteer time and parental involvement to keep such programmes running. The visible success of this production may increase demand for places in performing-arts classes and prompt the school to consider expanded offerings or larger venues for future shows.
For now, the hall lights have dimmed and the cast have taken their bows, but the applause and the images from two packed nights will likely be remembered in the Krugersdorp community as a moment when learners’ creativity and commitment were displayed on a full stage.
