![]() She is the owner of the Lava Springs Country Club with her husband. “She thinks the world revolves around her,” she said. Who plays Sharpays mom Derby Evans is the rich mother of Sharpay and Ryan Evans. Corsitto described her character as the diva of the school. Seventh-grader Carly Corsitto plays Sharpay, the president of the East High Drama Club and Gabriella’s chief rival. Newman noted the popularity of “High School Musical,” which has been seen by hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide. “I love the big cast numbers,” Crawford said, “because you feel all the energy and excitement.” Newman said that like Troy, he is interested in both acting and athletics.Ĭrawford and Newman both said their favorite moment in the play is the musical number, “Breaking Free,” and they are excited for their family and friends to see the show. ![]() Troy is captain of the school basketball team, but finds that he loves singing and tries out for the school play. Max Newman, a seventh-grader, will star as Troy, who was played by Zac Efron in the movie. Last year, Crawford was Wendy Darling in “Peter Pan Jr.” “I’ve definitely faced shyness,” she said, “and drama helped me come out of my shell, and that’s what it’s helping Gabriella to do.”Ĭrawford said she has watched “High School Musical” many times and will be playing the part first portrayed by Vanessa Hudgens. Crawford said she can relate to her character. She soon discovers her passion for singing and acting. Despite pressure from other students, they become friends.Įighth-grader Katie Crawford plays Gabriella, a transfer student at East High School who is initially very shy. Seaford Middle School students may have a little time before they enter high school, but a group of about 50 actors will be exploring the next chapter of their lives with this weekend’s production of “High School Musical Jr.”īased on the hit 2006 Disney Channel movie, the show centers on two characters from rival cliques - Gabrielle Montez and Troy Bolton - who both try out for lead roles in their school musical.
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