The group - youngsters aged from pre-teens to early 20s - staged the show at the Abbey Theatre in St Albans last week.
Once more they proved that the district is packed with very talented young people.
Edward Webb as the hero Curly, together with Joanna Oram as Aunt Eller and Chloe McAllister as Laurey, the girl in Curly's life, were all excellent in their roles. All three handled the music well and showed plenty of acting ability.
The comedy came from Cara Rodford as Ado Annie, the girl who couldn't say no, Joseph Giacone as her boyfriend Will Parker, and Daniel Barry as Ali Hakim, a travelling salesman. All three produced well-timed humour as well as plenty of fine music.
Joshua Bird played Jud Fry, the villain of the piece, and the show, directed by Jo Sherry, was packed with lively choruses and dance numbers.
Although there were a few rough edges on the opening night, the youngsters had so much enthusiasm that it simply did not matter.
Once more St Albans Youth Music Theatre gave their audience an evening packed with fun and life - and the hope that between them they will produce plenty of talent to continue the district's musical and theatrical life well into the future.
JOHN MANNING
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