Friday, March 12th the school was invaded by pirates! The Pirates of Penzance, the concert version of the classic Gilbert and Sullivan operetta was performed by 50 singers of the Concert Chorale, the Honors Chorale and the Episcopal High School Vocal Ensemble. The students filled the stage of the mini-theatre and their voices streamed "topsy-turvy" - or in true Savoy style - through the full house.
The principles included Jaime Revollo as the Pirate King, Aidan Triola as Frederic - the pirate apprentice, Liz Pilcher as the beautiful Mabel, Andrea Baxter as the pirate maid, Alec Hadden as the Major-General, Liam Gentry as Samuel - assitstant to the Pirate King and William Thompson, III as the Police Sergeant. They together with the pirate chorus and General Stanley's daughters romped and sang with energy and style.
At the close of the concert our singing seniors of the Vocal Ensemble were honored for their performance with the group over the years. Those seniors receiving a "parting glass" included: Alec Hadden, Ashley Jackson, Jaime Revollo, Katie Stewart, William Thompson, III and Sarah Reid Vinyard, who served as our Vocal Ensemble President this past year. Previous members of the ensemble, who are now alumni, joined us on stage for our traditional finale, the Irish song, "The Parting Glass." Following the performance the wonderful FANS parent support group delivered a tasty reception.