Jacobs' 'Joseph' promises to be high-energy, colorful show

Jacobs High School performing arts students are bringing a colorful story to the stage this weekend.

One of the most enduring shows of all time, "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" is the family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel's favorite son. The first collaboration of Andrew Lloyd Webber ("Jesus Christ Superstar," "Phantom of the Opera," "Cats") and Tim Rice ("Jesus Christ Superstar," "The Lion King"), "Joseph" blends pop, country-western, calypso and rock into an uplifting, technicolored story of biblical proportions.

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his 11 brothers and the coat of many colors, this musical is full of unforgettable songs including "Close Every Door," "Any Dream Will Do" and "Go, Go, Go Joseph," performed by an outstanding cast of actors.

Performances are 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25-28, at the school auditorium, 2601 Bunker Hill Drive in Algonquin. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and a special student price of $7. To purchase tickets in advance, go to greateventseats.com/JacobHS/

The show stars Mitchell Barrett as Joseph and Stephanie Fiorentino and Nicole Frantik as the narrators. The Pharaoh is played by senior Stephen Schmidt and Potiphar is Mauricio Martinez and his wife is senior Christine Puleo. The production comprises 55 actors, crew and a pit orchestra.

Directed by Carpentersville Middle School teacher, Charlie Brieger, the creative team includes Nikki Tolentino as the musical director and Sarah Robertson as choreographer.

"It won't be like any 'Joseph' ever seen or heard before," Brieger said. "'Joseph' is warm, whimsical and perfect for audiences of all ages, and it will be a pleasure to witness our audiences' delight as this classic tale springs to life on our stage."

"All of the elements of the show, including lights, costumes, sound, choreography and music are high energy," Puleo said.

Narrators Fiorentino and Frantik share this enthusiasm.

"The narrator is a dream role," Frantik said. "We are thrilled to share our faith and let the light of God shine as we help tell this story. We feel blessed to be a part of this show and get to work with this talented cast everyday."