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Flin Flon MLA Clarence Pettersen made the following member's statement in the legislature this week: Mr. Speaker, Flin Flon is a community that thrives of arts and culture. Last week, the Flin Flon Community Choir and Flin Flon Arts Council joined together to present the musical Chicago. Chicago is not an easy musical to perform. But with over 100 volunteer cast and crew, the community came together to showcase northern talent and produce one of the best musicals to ever be performed in Flin Flon! I would like to commend all members who performed, participated and supported the musical Chicago. The Flin Flon Choir was one of only three Canadian groups to receive the rights to the musical for 2013. And on April 12, 13 and 14, the R.H. Channing Auditorium was transformed into prohibition-era Chicago. The story of fame, fortune, crime and jazz showcased the talent of so many people in our community. At each of the three sold out shows, additional seating was added to accommodate the excitement the musical created in our community. At the end of the weekend, more than 1,500 people had seen the show. From auditions in December to the performance in April, the actresses, actors, dancers, musicians, technicians, stage hands, and production crew worked together to perfect the performance. Most of the volunteer cast was new to the musical genre and spent hours practicing dance moves and songs alone in their basements as well as together at the nightly rehearsals. The community also brought in eight professionals to provide experience and direction to the show. With intricate choreography, charming vocals, outrageous costumes and makeup, stunning sets and great theatrical direction, the musical was a huge success and the audience rewarded each show with a standing ovation! Mr. Speaker, it was incredible to see so many people come together in dance and song to give the city a once-in-a-lifetime show. All those who witnessed, performed, and supported the musical left the auditorium with a little more spring to their step. I am so proud of all the family, friends and community involved with the musical. Congratulations _ the bar has certainly been raised! Thank you, Mr. Speaker _ and all that jazz!
