Maine South's 'The Addams Family' named best production in Illinois by Broadway in Chicago

Posted June 15, 2023 11:00 pm

Submitted by District 207

From left, Maine South student Finley Pullano, drama teacher Carrie Saurer and student Ava Barruffi with the award Maine South High School won for its production of "The Addams Family." Courtesy of District 207

Maine South High School's production of "The Addams Family" was named Best Production in the state of Illinois by Broadway in Chicago during the recent Illinois High School Music Theatre Awards.

Five schools were nominated from across the state and the award evaluates the best example of a high school musical in the state of Illinois.

Additionally, Maine South student Finley Pullano was named as a finalist in the Best Performance in an Actress Role, meaning she was among the top three performances in her category within the state.

As part of this honor, Finley was asked to sing the song from her nominated role in front of the audience during the ceremony.

"I am so, so deeply proud to accept this award on behalf of our entire production team, our administration and our entire school community," Maine South drama teacher Carrie Saurer said as part of her acceptance speech.

Emcee LeeAnn Trotter from NBC 5 Chicago presented the award to Maine South and said the play was one of the best student productions she had seen in a long time.

Students and staff who were part of Maine South's award-winning production of "The Addams Family." Courtesy of District 207

Maine South staff members who were part of the production staff for "The Addams Family" included, from left, Matthew Hanes, Konnie Kay, David Hutter, Carrie Saurer, Teralyn Keith, Nico Mugnolo and Patrick Sanchez. Courtesy of District 207

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