Elizabeth's Stage Debut

After months of memorizing, singing, blocking, and rehearsals, last night Elizabeth finally appeared on stage in Willie Wonka Kids, an abridged version of Charlie & The Chocolate Factory. She played three parts: Grandma Georgina, an Oompa-Loompa, and a squirrel (in the book, the squirrels are the means of Veruca Salt's demise; in the movie it's the golden egg sorter).

I was really impressed by the costumes and the sets. Some of the kids were strong performers. Elizabeth had great stage presence, I thought.

Teresa, Aaron & Wendy (and their kids), Aaron's mom, and our friends Mark and Erica all came to the show. That's how much Elizabeth is loved by her community.

It was an entertaining show and a fun evening. Elizabeth even got flowers from some of her admirers!

Elizabeth as Grandma Georgina.

The Oompa-Loompas in this production had great outfits -- rainbow socks, lab coats and steampunk goggles. Sorry for the blurry photo -- theatrical photography is tough.

Look at that cute little squirrel!