Dedicated. Enthusiastic. Talented. These are the words that first came to mind as I watched 38 Bothell High students rehearse for the 6th Annual Broadway Musical Revue.

A mix of sophomores, juniors and seniors showed up at Bothell High two weeks early for six-hour day rehearsals, six days a week. They’ll take the stage Sept. 9-10.

Inspiration for the show came six years ago with the opening of the new Northshore Performing Arts Center on the Bothell High campus. The drama department wanted another student-based musical, one where every cast member could have an individual moment to shine on stage.

The Revue is also a way to include the incoming sophomores, and give them a chance to meet upperclassmen. Emily Hurtin, a past Revue performer-turned-producer, described the show as “a perfect first experience.”

For the first time, the Revue has had an increase of sophomore participation, including sophomore twins Makenna and Nicole Schumacher, who have been involved with the Revue since 2006, when they joined the show as members of the children’s choir.

“We live and breathe music,” commented Nicole.

The show’s co-directors, mother and daughter, Michell and Alyssa Maas, both Bothell High graduates, decided this year’s show should reflect the true purpose of a Revue: the songs and the talent.

“We were really focused on the kids this year,” said Michell, who became involved in drama when her daughter fell in love with it as a teenager.

Along with auditions, the songs for the Revue where chosen in May and June. The directors tried to avoid repeating songs from past Revues and songs from famous musicals. This year, Alyssa described the show as “a mix of older golden-age musicals with contemporary pieces thrown in.” This year, the audience will also enjoy more dance numbers, most choreographed by Alyssa.

Compared to last year, the show has been significantly scaled down. Due to recent budget cuts, this year’s Revue will include no costume changes and fewer props. However, this change will also allow the performers to participate in more numbers.

The Revue consists of 22 numbers, including three solos and four duets. Some of the highlights include the all-cast number, “Seasons of Love”; “Status Quo” from “High School Musical”; “Time Warp,” featuring a tap routine; and the all-girl number, “Strongest Suit.”

Unlike last year, the numbers will be less edgy and more family friendly. “We want everyone to walk out with a smile,” commented Michell Maas.

• Bothell High’s Broadway Musical Revue will take place at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9 and at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Northshore Performing Arts Center. The entry fee is $8 for adults and $6 for seniors and students.

Alexandra Graff is a Bothell High senior.