Raucous to the Rafters: CHS’s ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ Entertains
May 16, 2013  by Doug RobinsonSet in Medieval times, with
beautiful and colorful costumes, the Campbell High School actors
and actresses brought the house down with outrageous laughter
and fun during their performance of “Once Upon a Mattress.” 
Combined with the orchestra and production crew, the performance
of “Once Upon a Mattress” was a memorable performance for all to
see.  The musical comedy is an adaptation of the Hans Christian
Anderson fairy tale, “The Princess and the Pea,” and first
appeared on Broadway in 1959.  Since then, the show has been a
popular selection for many High Schools and Theatrical groups. 
The Tony winning musical was also adapted for television
viewing.  Over 30 performers, musicians and crewmembers came
together to bring Campbell’s adaptation to the stage.  “Once
Upon a Mattress” tells the tale of Prince Dauntless the Drab’s
(Steven Amadio) quest to find a bride, who must first pass an
impossible test designed by h