Monthly Archives: May 2016

I am really sitting here trying to write something profound about teenagers or theatre or teaching or the teaching of theatre to teenagers or something – – but tonight no clue. The Memorial Day weekend went well. All got rested and reset – – well, perhaps not reset – – that would imply that “things” are back on-line. But I am not feeling the “on-line” tonight. Read more →

Last night we had a party for all of the members of Company 1. I am not one to attend student parties – but in that this was hosted by one of the parents, I thought I would swing by. I am not sure what to expect from high school parties these days – – one hears LOTS of scary things around the hallway but this was simple, sweet and thoughtful. Read more →

Every department is likely to have the “gently spirit” that brings all of the vibrant sometimes toxic personalities of theatre into the same space and bridges the difference. Although the work of this students is quiet and unobtruseive, it is essential to keep our department running smoothly. Read more →

Another award – this for the young man who has been with me since his first days in high school. He just kept coming back and kept getting better – and the halls will certainly be an emptier affair without him. Read more →

This is the time of year that our seniors are stacking up the awards. Although the affair can be a bit overdone, it is still so smart to thank our seniors for thier hard work and perhaps more importantly set the bar for the next class. I wanted to honor the three performance students that our department chose this year with a brief transcript from the actual presentation. Although you do now know MaKenzy Clyne – if you are lucky – you have a stage manager that is as essential to your program: Read more →