A Boy, A School Disco And The School Play

It has been the build up to the school Easter holidays. As all kids know things get more relaxed and fun at school. This year Tom had the school Easter disco and a starring role in a school production, as the villain.

We follow the same routine prior to every disco. Rachel gets helps him get all smart, excited and takes a pre-disco photo. He is then delivered to the school for a boogie.What goes on in the disco only the teachers, helpers and kids know, but they all come out happy and buzzing. In addition Tom comes out wet. Wet??? Yes, generally wet. Not from a water fight or a drink thrown at him, but from the sweat of an hour of constant jiving. Tom really does loves to party and dance at the disco. The kids get so much from this type of event. Whether it be exercise, fun or even a different way of interacting with the teachers. Of the last point, I think it is hugely important that the children see the teachers having fun, I think it helps create a more relaxed atmosphere.

The pinnacle for the end of term fun was Tom in his first starring role of a school production. He was great!!! It all started with auditions. Tom knew before he even got a part which part he really wanted. The role he craved for was that of the villain in Aladdin, Abanazar. As soon as he got the part he was made up. Rachel and I were worried as it was a big part and a lot to learn. We did not need to worry, because after a couple of months of rehearsing at school and at home with Rachel he did a phenominal job. The two of them did a great job. He was great!!! The show was performed three times. The first showing for the school, the second for parents but afternoon and the third, an evening performance for parents. Rachel attended the second with her Mum, sister and neice. I attended the third with my Mum. What a treat it was. Tom and the rest of the cast delivered a very funny pantomime production that brought a tear to many of the parents. Tears of joy and pride. This included me. He was great!!! Rachel and I really do have a talented son.

Did I say Tom was great? I am sure I did. Proud parent thing...., but he was great!!! Well done Tom and really looking forward to the next production.

But I think the pinnacle for Tom and all the children is the very last day of term. Holidays to look forward to. Easter eggs to look forward to. Fun to look forward to. Enjoy Tom, you deserve it!!!