Kick Off Your Sunday Shoes With NKHS' 'Footloose'

Expect a lot of DayGlo colors this weekend on the North Kingstown High School stage. This weekend, NKHS puts on its version of the

The 97 members of the cast and crew have been practicing nearly nonstop since their return from Christmas vacation, including one Saturday practice that ran until 1 a.m. Unlike past years, musical director Norma Caiazza opted to double-cast this year due to Footloose's demanding vocals. (In other words, expect to see two Rens and two Ariels on the stage this weekend.)

In a peculiar twist, NKHS recently went through it's own dancing controversy this year as administrators instituted a . The choice of musical was not a statement by students, however, as the decision was made over the summer – well before the new dance policy was established.

Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Purchase your ticket in advance at  the North Kingstown High School, and Dave's Marketplace in and . 

Friday, March 9 at 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 10 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 11 at 2 p.m.