Originally written by Bobb Kerr and first produced by the Jamaica Children’s Theatre Trust in 1978, “Cindy” is a Jamaican modern day Cinderella story, which has been brought back to the stage in celebration of Campion’s 50th anniversary in 2010.

Cathi Levy has gathered a talented cast of not only Campion students, but teachers and alumni who have worked tirelessly over the last several months to ensure that Campion’s reputation for excellence is maintained. Audiences can expect outstanding performances by not only young stars, but also seasoned Campion alumni actors including Patria-Kaye Aarons, Peter Abrikian, Joel Bain, Michael Daley, Keiran King, Oliver Mair, Dario Marogan, Lisa Palmer, Shaniique Sinclair, Sharda Spence and Lawrence “Max” Woodham, as well as teachers Craig McNally and Sheldon McDonald. As an added treat, Campion’s live band, under the direction of teacher and musician Karen Armstrong, will accompany the performances.

Actor Keiran King says the story of “Cindy” is not your usual Cinderella story at all, but something much better. He explains: “Once upon a time, in a land pretty close to home, there was a poor, put-upon girl named Cindy, who lived with her two stuck-up stepsisters, Gizada and Guinep, and her scheming stepmother, Madam Flatfoot. Oh, and her father, Henry. Mother than anything, Cindy wanted to … hmm … well, we don’t really know what Cindy wanted to do, but whatever it was, Madam Flatfoot wouldn’t allow it. She hated Cindy. She wanted her twin daughters to star in a Broadway musical, which is how they all met the famous dancer, Paul Glamour, and his mobster producer, Don Godfather. And, there’s the Ginnall, trying to get a likkle smalls off everybody, and Gang Gang, the retired fairy Godmother … you know what? Just make sure you watch the show. You’ll figure it out soon enough, and enjoy it too.”

“Cindy” has a limited run of January 7-17 with select evening shows during the week, and matinee and nightly performances on weekends. A special gala night featuring past and present Campion teachers in surprise cameo roles is also being planned for January 8. General tickets cost $1000, and gala tickets $2000. Tickets are available at the Campion main office, Gym Liguanea, Indigo Boutique, Loshusan Plaza and all Cannonball Cafes and Subway restaurants.

For more information and group rates, please email campiondevelopmentoffice@gmail.com or call 361-2744 or 927-9555.