Schedule – Practices are after school until 5:15 except Saturdays
Mondays Fridays Saturdays
Monday 4/28 All Character Development, Singing, & Dancing
Friday 5/2 Pink Ladies & T-Birds
Monday 5/5 All - Act I - no more scripts
Friday 5/9 Pink Ladies & T-Birds
Monday 5/12 All - Act II
Friday 5/16 Pink Ladies & T-Birds
Saturday 5/17 All Must Attend Full Run Thru 8-2, Come with lunch, any costumes or props, and a good attitude
Monday 5/19 All – Blocking, Character Development, Question/Answer, Singing, and Dancing
Friday 5/23 No Practice
Monday 5/26 No School, No practice
Friday 5/30 Pink Ladies & T-Birds
Saturday 5/31 All Must Attend Full Run Thru 8-2, Come with lunch, any costumes or props, and a good attitude
Monday 6/2 Full Run thru – All
Friday 6/6 In school Dress Rehearsal – time tbd - We go until we’re finished – 6?
Friday 6/6 Performance at 6 pm All arrive at – tbd – for hair and makeup
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Costumes and Props
Costumes and Props – Note from Cat, Sage, Laura and Eileen
As you know, we are happily able to offer drama club free to all who wish to join. The downside to this lack of funding is we have no money for costumes or props. Please help wherever you can whether it’s with your own child’s costumes/props or someone else’s child. We feel no one should go out and buy expensive costumes or props but should look in our closets, basements, and attics for inspiration. Mark anything you are willing to let us borrow and we will return to you after the show. Thanks for all the support you have offered to date and continue to give. Parent support keeps this volunteer effort thriving and fun for all. Thank You!!!!
Costumes
Attached are some costume ideas from the play producers. Keep in mind that they are guidelines and suggestions only. Take an initial look at the list with your parents, talk about what you can come up with on your own, then check back in. Many of you will have the same questions and problems so we’ll go thru the process together. All of the costume plans are very specific and not at all necessary to achieve. Depending on your part, we hope that kids pick one signature outfit then change one or two pieces at scene changes. Examples: Marty is supposed to wear a black skirt, blue cardigan sweater and pink lady jacket…… Our suggestion would be for all pink ladies to wear a “poufy” skirt or Capri length pants with something pink on top. Some jackets may be available from Rumney. Doody is supposed to wear blue jeans, white t-shirt, red plaid shirt, white socks, and brown loafers. Our suggestion would be for all T-Birds to wear jeans and a white t-shirt (that fit, nothing too baggy as shirts will be tucked in) dark coats (some leather coats may be available) and dark shoes.
Props
This is a running prop list of things we need. This list will continue to be edited as we receive items and realize we’ve forgotten others. So we’ll keep posting. It would be especially helpful to have a group of parents willing to take on the job of prop committee.
*Items for a bedroom/basement set – older looking radio, “posters”, small area rug, bedding for full size bed, big easy chair. Lamp
*Backdrops and system for backdrops (we have some ideas) for scenes. One for Rydell High entrance, a Diner scene, street scene, and night scene, and a window scene for bedroom/basement.
*Car for drive in scene. Must be sturdy enough for dancing and sitting.
*Picnic Blankets and baskets. Record Player for party in the park.
*Crepe paper and balloons for dance scene.
Signup sheet will be distributed at practice tomorrow.
As you know, we are happily able to offer drama club free to all who wish to join. The downside to this lack of funding is we have no money for costumes or props. Please help wherever you can whether it’s with your own child’s costumes/props or someone else’s child. We feel no one should go out and buy expensive costumes or props but should look in our closets, basements, and attics for inspiration. Mark anything you are willing to let us borrow and we will return to you after the show. Thanks for all the support you have offered to date and continue to give. Parent support keeps this volunteer effort thriving and fun for all. Thank You!!!!
Costumes
Attached are some costume ideas from the play producers. Keep in mind that they are guidelines and suggestions only. Take an initial look at the list with your parents, talk about what you can come up with on your own, then check back in. Many of you will have the same questions and problems so we’ll go thru the process together. All of the costume plans are very specific and not at all necessary to achieve. Depending on your part, we hope that kids pick one signature outfit then change one or two pieces at scene changes. Examples: Marty is supposed to wear a black skirt, blue cardigan sweater and pink lady jacket…… Our suggestion would be for all pink ladies to wear a “poufy” skirt or Capri length pants with something pink on top. Some jackets may be available from Rumney. Doody is supposed to wear blue jeans, white t-shirt, red plaid shirt, white socks, and brown loafers. Our suggestion would be for all T-Birds to wear jeans and a white t-shirt (that fit, nothing too baggy as shirts will be tucked in) dark coats (some leather coats may be available) and dark shoes.
Props
This is a running prop list of things we need. This list will continue to be edited as we receive items and realize we’ve forgotten others. So we’ll keep posting. It would be especially helpful to have a group of parents willing to take on the job of prop committee.
*Items for a bedroom/basement set – older looking radio, “posters”, small area rug, bedding for full size bed, big easy chair. Lamp
*Backdrops and system for backdrops (we have some ideas) for scenes. One for Rydell High entrance, a Diner scene, street scene, and night scene, and a window scene for bedroom/basement.
*Car for drive in scene. Must be sturdy enough for dancing and sitting.
*Picnic Blankets and baskets. Record Player for party in the park.
*Crepe paper and balloons for dance scene.
Signup sheet will be distributed at practice tomorrow.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Variety Show Updates
The Variety Show is only two Fridays away and practices are underway. Many have begun to practice, practice, practice at home and that is exactly what is needed. Please continue with at home practice and plan to be available wherever possible for the practices at school this Thursday and Friday after school until 4:30. Next Thursday is dress rehearsal and all are required to attend in addition to at least one other practice. Hope to see many in the audience.
Grease Cast List
I've begun to get back a few comments and I love to see that kids are beginning to check in here! One of the last comments posted asked about number of lines. I just don't have the answer to that yet. As I mentioned in the cast list yesterday there were more talented cast members than we had great roles for. This means that our crew (me, Sage, Eileen, and Laura) will be spending time this weekend making adjustments and re-writes to the play to allow for an expanded cast just as we did for The Wizard of Oz. Everyone will have a role they can be happy with and proud of. The re-writes are a huge undertaking however. Please bear with us. We hope to have all ready for our first practice this coming Monday.
Cat
Cat
The Wiz is coming to U32
Tickets are now on sale for Stage 32's performance of The Wiz. Performances are Fri. April 11th and Sat. April 12 at 7:30pm and Sun. April 13th at 1pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students/seniors. Request/reserve tickets on line at www.U32.org or call 229-0321 x5902. Tickets for Stage 32 musicals usually sell out so reserve your tickets right away!
Thanks to Ceylan Cross for providing this info.
Thanks to Ceylan Cross for providing this info.
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Comments and Cast List, Please read all!
We held auditions last night and have happily arrived at the following cast list. These decisions were not arrived at easily however. We have been blessed with an enormous interest in drama club this year as well as a tremendously talented set of cast members. Thinking specifically about our girls there was simply more talent than there were “meaty” roles to offer. In making these decisions we considered abilities in singing, dancing and acting (all qualities everyone had). After abilities we looked at confidence, ease in front of an audience, and being prepared and committed. In the end we also gave some extra consideration to 6th graders (ensuring all will get their turn someday) as well as past participation in drama club.
It is our hope that all kids will get a chance to find out their role in private at home. If there are any who have difficulty finding out their role at home and wish to find out online at school, please be sure to do so in private to allow yourself time to react without an audience. Placement decisions were based on what we felt would be best for the show, rather than any child’s individual interest. With that in mind, there will surely be a few who take a few moments to feel a little disappointed if they did not get the part they hoped for. Be sure this passes quickly. The focus from here on will be making Grease one of the best productions in school history! This requires a lot of team effort as well as a lot of team spirit. No role is less important than another, some just have a few more lines:) If in the following week you feel (for any reason) that you are unable to participate in the role you have been given, you must let Cat know you are withdrawing by this Friday from Drama Club. We hope to see all at Drama Club on Monday, ready to work! This is when the real fun begins. Cat, Sage, Eileen and Laura
It is our hope that all kids will get a chance to find out their role in private at home. If there are any who have difficulty finding out their role at home and wish to find out online at school, please be sure to do so in private to allow yourself time to react without an audience. Placement decisions were based on what we felt would be best for the show, rather than any child’s individual interest. With that in mind, there will surely be a few who take a few moments to feel a little disappointed if they did not get the part they hoped for. Be sure this passes quickly. The focus from here on will be making Grease one of the best productions in school history! This requires a lot of team effort as well as a lot of team spirit. No role is less important than another, some just have a few more lines:) If in the following week you feel (for any reason) that you are unable to participate in the role you have been given, you must let Cat know you are withdrawing by this Friday from Drama Club. We hope to see all at Drama Club on Monday, ready to work! This is when the real fun begins. Cat, Sage, Eileen and Laura
Leads
Danny – Thunderbird leader, cool and easy-going, charming
Silas Miller
Sandy – Sweet, wholesome, New girl in town
Halle Toulis
Pink Ladies – Girl Gang, pink jackets
Rizzo – Leader (opposite Kenickie), tough, sarcastic, but vulnerable
Rachel Webb
Frenchy – Dreamer, beautician, very made up (opposite Doody)
Cheyenne Smith
Marty – Beauty, “tries” to act sophisticated (opposite Sonny)
Marta Peltier
Jan – loud and pushy with girls, shy with boys (opposite Roger)
Rosa Miller
Dot – Artsy, creative & serious (Dot, Barb & Ruthie all like Dash)
Lily Myers
Barb – Brainy, determined & smart
Teagan Martel
Ruthie – Athletic, confident & opinionated
Liz Ksepka
Thunderbirds – Guy gang, super cool
Kenickie – Danny’s second in command, tough, tattooed, but funny
Jackson Bates
Doody – young and boyish, great smile, plays guitar
Erhan Cross
Roger – class clown, loves a prank
Aidan Reardon
Sonny – brags, wheeler-dealer, “thinks” he’s a ladykiller
Dylan Ward
Dash – Shy, nice guy, and doesn’t realize all the girls love him
Nik Killoran
Additional Characters
Patty – Cheerleader, “catty”, athletic
Sasha Rubin
Cha-Cha – blind date, best dancer from her school
Marley Myers
Eugene – Smart, not athletic, high pitched voice
Max Olmstead
Vince Fontaine – DJ, slick, ego, charismatic
Ohan Fillbach
Johnny Casino – student in a rock and roll band, “thinks” he’s a rock idol
Reed Patterson
Teen Angel – good looking singer, does “Beauty School Dropout”
Ashlyn Grant
Miss Lynch – Old maid teacher
Jessie Smart * Dancer/Chorus member as well
Chorus – All chorus members will play additional roles as cheerleaders during tryouts, at the pajama party, and/or as diners at the Burger Palace. There will be a mini show within the show for this part to allow for those with amazing singing/dancing skills to shine which will take place during the school dance.
Danny – Thunderbird leader, cool and easy-going, charming
Silas Miller
Sandy – Sweet, wholesome, New girl in town
Halle Toulis
Pink Ladies – Girl Gang, pink jackets
Rizzo – Leader (opposite Kenickie), tough, sarcastic, but vulnerable
Rachel Webb
Frenchy – Dreamer, beautician, very made up (opposite Doody)
Cheyenne Smith
Marty – Beauty, “tries” to act sophisticated (opposite Sonny)
Marta Peltier
Jan – loud and pushy with girls, shy with boys (opposite Roger)
Rosa Miller
Dot – Artsy, creative & serious (Dot, Barb & Ruthie all like Dash)
Lily Myers
Barb – Brainy, determined & smart
Teagan Martel
Ruthie – Athletic, confident & opinionated
Liz Ksepka
Thunderbirds – Guy gang, super cool
Kenickie – Danny’s second in command, tough, tattooed, but funny
Jackson Bates
Doody – young and boyish, great smile, plays guitar
Erhan Cross
Roger – class clown, loves a prank
Aidan Reardon
Sonny – brags, wheeler-dealer, “thinks” he’s a ladykiller
Dylan Ward
Dash – Shy, nice guy, and doesn’t realize all the girls love him
Nik Killoran
Additional Characters
Patty – Cheerleader, “catty”, athletic
Sasha Rubin
Cha-Cha – blind date, best dancer from her school
Marley Myers
Eugene – Smart, not athletic, high pitched voice
Max Olmstead
Vince Fontaine – DJ, slick, ego, charismatic
Ohan Fillbach
Johnny Casino – student in a rock and roll band, “thinks” he’s a rock idol
Reed Patterson
Teen Angel – good looking singer, does “Beauty School Dropout”
Ashlyn Grant
Miss Lynch – Old maid teacher
Jessie Smart * Dancer/Chorus member as well
Chorus – All chorus members will play additional roles as cheerleaders during tryouts, at the pajama party, and/or as diners at the Burger Palace. There will be a mini show within the show for this part to allow for those with amazing singing/dancing skills to shine which will take place during the school dance.
Sha Na Nas – Professional Singers at the Dance
Olivia Dexter, Tehya Weston, Louisa Franco, Maddie Smart, Lydia Bohn,
and Bailee Hudson
Dancers – Professional Dancers at the Dance
Jessie Smart, Cassidy Lafirira, Ashley Norway, VallaRee Doucette, Isla Bristol,
and Becca Grant
Olivia Dexter, Tehya Weston, Louisa Franco, Maddie Smart, Lydia Bohn,
and Bailee Hudson
Dancers – Professional Dancers at the Dance
Jessie Smart, Cassidy Lafirira, Ashley Norway, VallaRee Doucette, Isla Bristol,
and Becca Grant
Note from Eileen
Hi Everyone,This blog stuff is new to me so I hope it works. I just wanted to let you all know that I was SOOO impressed wit all of you who auditioned yesterday. It was a hectic day but you all rose to the occassion with style, grace, and talent. I am truly thankful for the opportunity to be part of the CES drama club. I am looking forward to lots of hard work and tons of fun as we pull this production together over the next few months. CES is awesome and you all too!!! Eileen
March 18, 2008 7:47 AM
March 18, 2008 7:47 AM
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Updates
Tomorrow, Monday, 3/10 is a crucial meeting of the drama club. While all can still join, this is the afternoon we hand out expectations and offer practice for the auditions next week. Your forms should be in! This is the last week of practice to be ready for auditions. If you are interested in helping out with auditions and are not a parent, please let Cat know.
The Variety Show is also off to a great start. Many have checked in with wonderful ideas for the show. I am really impressed by the amount of talent from Kindergarten to 6th grade! Remember, there is no practice at school next week due to expected parent teacher conferences and inservice days, but there should be plenty of practice at home. Remember to check in with Cat or Buffy if questions.
The Variety Show is also off to a great start. Many have checked in with wonderful ideas for the show. I am really impressed by the amount of talent from Kindergarten to 6th grade! Remember, there is no practice at school next week due to expected parent teacher conferences and inservice days, but there should be plenty of practice at home. Remember to check in with Cat or Buffy if questions.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Grease
Grease
The upper unit is getting ready to start work on their production of the school version of Grease. Practices are Mondays after school until 5 p.m. To participate requires a form be filled out in advance letting us know each child's interest, pickup, and emergency information. These forms are also available on the desk near the front office. A bus note for a student on Monday morning before practice is not sufficient notice to plan for. After vacation we plan to meet and learn a few dances, songs and lines to be used for auditions. Auditions will be held on March 17th and roles assigned by March 24th. Our performance of Grease is tentatively scheduled for Friday, June 6th.
Dates to remember: Monday 3/10 - practice and handing out of materials for auditions. Each child will need to perform (either in group or solo, depending on interest) the song Summer Nights, dance a portion of the ChaCha, and read a pre-selected portion of the play.
Monday 3/17 - Auditions. Plan to come right after school and we expect to finish by 5:00 p.m. Children should not leave however until they have auditioned. We will be rating students on specific items in each category so be prepared. Our expectations will include: expression, movement, projection, timing, and preparedness.
Monday 3/24 - Posting of Roles. Difficult as it will be, we will have to make decisions placing individual students into roles. The emphasis will be on learning skills and working together as a team. We will choose roles with greater responsibility based on confidence, willingness to take risks, preparedness, and abilities. Priority will be given to 6th graders (that way all will eventually get a turn), and past membership in drama club (last year and/or mentoring of younger students this year).
The upper unit is getting ready to start work on their production of the school version of Grease. Practices are Mondays after school until 5 p.m. To participate requires a form be filled out in advance letting us know each child's interest, pickup, and emergency information. These forms are also available on the desk near the front office. A bus note for a student on Monday morning before practice is not sufficient notice to plan for. After vacation we plan to meet and learn a few dances, songs and lines to be used for auditions. Auditions will be held on March 17th and roles assigned by March 24th. Our performance of Grease is tentatively scheduled for Friday, June 6th.
Dates to remember: Monday 3/10 - practice and handing out of materials for auditions. Each child will need to perform (either in group or solo, depending on interest) the song Summer Nights, dance a portion of the ChaCha, and read a pre-selected portion of the play.
Monday 3/17 - Auditions. Plan to come right after school and we expect to finish by 5:00 p.m. Children should not leave however until they have auditioned. We will be rating students on specific items in each category so be prepared. Our expectations will include: expression, movement, projection, timing, and preparedness.
Monday 3/24 - Posting of Roles. Difficult as it will be, we will have to make decisions placing individual students into roles. The emphasis will be on learning skills and working together as a team. We will choose roles with greater responsibility based on confidence, willingness to take risks, preparedness, and abilities. Priority will be given to 6th graders (that way all will eventually get a turn), and past membership in drama club (last year and/or mentoring of younger students this year).
Variety Show
Variety Show
The Variety Show is scheduled for Friday, March 28th. Signup sheets are due Friday, February 22nd. If you are still interested in signing up but need some help, feel free to contact Cat Fair(Catsgarden@aol.com) or Buffy Root (buffyhr@comcast.net) over break. Practices will begin Thursdays and Fridays on March 6th. Signup sheets can be found by Christine's desk in the front office.
Please plan to come to each practice when possible. The first on 3/6 will be informational so is quite important and the dress rehearsal on 3/27 is required. Be prepared by bringing water and a healthy snack and whatever materials you will need for practice.
The Variety Show is scheduled for Friday, March 28th. Signup sheets are due Friday, February 22nd. If you are still interested in signing up but need some help, feel free to contact Cat Fair(Catsgarden@aol.com) or Buffy Root (buffyhr@comcast.net) over break. Practices will begin Thursdays and Fridays on March 6th. Signup sheets can be found by Christine's desk in the front office.
Please plan to come to each practice when possible. The first on 3/6 will be informational so is quite important and the dress rehearsal on 3/27 is required. Be prepared by bringing water and a healthy snack and whatever materials you will need for practice.
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