If you want a job done properly give it to a busy person, preferably one dressed in a straight jacket or tutu.
That is the theory which is making a showcase of medical student talents at The University of Queensland better with each year.
Students are busy juggling studies, part-time jobs and rehearsals for the singing, dancing and acting extravaganza Med Rev 09.
The revue is due to be held at the Schonell Theatre from August 9-11, with students responsible for everything from the scripts and choreography to the performances and the behind-the-scenes work.
While the revue will showcase talents in serious cultural pursuits such as dance and music, there was a tradition of keeping it light and funny.
Dancers will don straight jackets, musicians will be in hospital garb and a medical theme will be carried over into short films shown at intervals during the revue.
Convenors Alex Craven, Sam Ng and Josh Lock believe Med Rev 09 will make for a fun night out, given medical students seemed to be born entertainers.
“There is an incredible talent base within the medical cohort. We have composers and musicians who have been involved in Carols by Candlelight at the Domain,” Mr Craven said.
“A lot of the singers could be professional singers. We think this talent needs to be exposed.”
Mr Craven said medical students tended to have the passion to get on stage and the drive to want to produce a perfect show.
“To want to do medicine and do the extra years of study requires a level of drive, commitment and enthusiasm.
“They are generally over-achievers. They have the drive to produce something special.”
Med Rev 09 will be staged at the Schonell Theatre from 6.30pm on August 9-11. Cost is $20-$25. Phone 3365 5261 or visit uqms.org.
Media: Erik de Wit (3346 7086, 0417 496 397)
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