Ally Mellick (center) as Nellie Forbush, surrounded by the Nurses in NKU’s production of SOUTH PACIFIC.
Panelists for the League of Cincinnati Theatres (LCT) have recognized lead actress Ally Mellick as Nelly Forbush for her work in Northern Kentucky University’s production of SOUTH PACIFIC, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical of romance, prejudice and war in an island paradise.
Panelists praised Mellick’s “outstanding singing voice,” saying she was “a standout who made us fall in love with her quirky southern personality.”
South Pacific continues through November 3rd. Tickets can be obtained online at www.theatre.nku.edu.
Nominations for LCT awards will be determined and announced at the end of the season and winners awarded at the annual LCT gala in the spring.
The League of Cincinnati Theatres was founded in 1999 to strengthen, nurture and promote Cincinnati’s theatre community. LCT provides its member companies and individual members with education, resources and services to enhance the quality and exposure of the theatre community in Cincinnati and increase community awareness, attendance and involvement. More information about the League can be found at www.leagueofcincytheatres.com.
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I had the pleasure of being in the audience for the production of South Pacific three times this past weekend. The cast was perfect in my viewpoint. Jessica Adamson was a most wonderful Bloody Mary; her rendition of Bali Ha’i was exquisite to the ears as was Happy Talk. Noah Berry’s Younger Than Springtime (Lt. Joe Cable) evoked chills over and again. Warm soft butter is his voice making the words ripple to the soul. The guys were so enjoyable, funny and believable in their characters. Luther? Awesome Luther, Kyle Gaskin, Awesome Luther! The gals were perfectly cute, funny, and sincere. Matt Krieg as Emile was a wonderful wonderful guy indeed. Allysun Mellick is a most delightful Cockeyed Optimist, giving a very convincing performance of the adorable Cockeyed Optimist Nellie Forbush! A charming southern Honey Bun,
I had 3 Enchanted Evenings, thank you cast crew and director of NKU’s South Pacific.
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Thank you for taking the time to write Vallerie. I’m glad to hear you had such a good time at the theater.
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