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Students raise concern that Mamma Mia pit listing limits orchestra participation; administration to follow up
Summary
Students and a board member flagged the licensing contract for Mamma Mia as listing a small pit (nine musicians), which could reduce student orchestra participation; administrators said they will review the contract and consult prior producers to seek options.
Student representative Mai and other members raised concerns about the pit/orchestra listing in the licensing paperwork for the proposed high‑school production of Mamma Mia. Mai said the contract’s pit list shows only about nine musicians, which would reduce the number of student spots compared with prior shows that used larger pits.
Board members sought clarification of the listing and asked whether doubling or instrument‑doubling listed in the contract limited student involvement. Administration said it would contact prior program contacts and producers to confirm how the show has been staged elsewhere and to explore options for expanding student participation in the pit before the contract is finalized.
"For this show to be nine, it drastically drops the number down," Mai said, asking that staff examine whether additional student opportunities can be accommodated. Administration committed to follow up with the high‑school music staff and report back to the board.
