The Millennium School, Lucknow (Class VII) celebrated its Annual Concert on 24th February,2015. The cultural, literary and musical extravaganza included scintillating performances that revolved around the theme ‘Socai lssues’ that spoke volumes about the inherent talent and potential of the students.
The ceremony was inaugurated with the auspicious lighting of the lamp by the Principal of the school, Dr Manjula Goswami, along with a few guests. The concert was an aesthetic and thought-provoking display of the countless social handicaps that plague our society. . The event commenced with the devotional rendition of ‘Ganesh Vandana’. This was followed by some amazing recitals from the school choir. The guests were riveted by the dance performances that highlighted the carnage and destruction caused by terrorism. The dances exuded opulence and grandeur of both the classical and western form. The students showed exemplary flexibility by making a human pyramid. The Hindi Nukkad Natak (a satire) entertained the audience through the impressive histrionics of the young actors. It deftly conveyed the relevance of the cleanliness drive.
A Mime-act was also presented by the children to spread awareness and vigilance with regard to over-usage of mobile phones. The audience was treated to some eloquent poesy that related the excruciation associated with child labour and female foeticide . The audience were enthralled and transfixed to another world by the melodious musical performance that emphasized the ill-effects of Global warming. The programme rose to a final crescendo with the grand finale leaving a beautiful resonance lingering in the minds of everyone.
The Principal of the school, Dr. Manjula Goswami thanked the audience and appreciated the efforts taken by the staff and students for creating a memorable event. She extolled the students to realize their inherent potential and showcase it to the optimum level. She also advised the parents to pay attention to the teenaged children to ensure that they do not fall in bad company and do not develop untoward habits.