‘The Outsiders’ - A Review

‘The Outsiders’ is a classic in young adult fiction that revolutionised the genre by presenting adolescent characters that were the opposite of everything a teenager, by adult standards, should have been. It also was made into a magnificent film, starring Tom Cruise, in 1983.

Therefore when I found out that the school was doing this as the senior play this year, I was instantly engrossed. Directed by Henry R, this emotional and action-packed thriller left me and the rest of the audience in awe at the capabilities of drama at this school. Set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, two rival gangs, the ‘Greasers’, who have their recognisable slick back hair, and the ‘Socs’ (short for the social elite), the upper class and richer of the two, have incessant hate for each other. However, after delightfully choreographed and violent fights between the two gangs, an affectionate friendship seemingly bonds the two in a seemingly Romeo-and-Juliet-esque way.

Combined with impeccable acting, impressive technology and design and an exhilarating plot, the play took devoted practice to pull off such a well rounded performance. I would like to congratulate Tom E, Helena C and Che R, especially for their exceptional performance.

Rehearsals started in mid September and many days were put into these few hours of action, emotion and sentiment. Yet another outstanding performance from the Drama department!

Henry said himself that "bringing 'The Outsiders' to life was an honour". We could not agree more, Henry; congratulations!