Notes from the Director
I am extremely proud of this production. Around this time last year, while we were deep in our production of Peter and the Starcatcher, directed by the amazing Robert Olson, I listened to the students sing and they were good...really good. That’s when I had a funny little thought, why don’t we try a full musical production? I immediately thought to myself, no way, we don’t have a band or chorus; who’s going to teach them to sing? I pushed it out of my mind as a crazy idea. I am always telling my students to make bold choices, to push themselves beyond their boundaries, and here I was making excuses instead of trusting my instincts. As soon as I opened myself up to the possibility that a G-Star musical was in fact possible, everything fell into place. Magic began. Collaboration started to take place, and people started to show up. A truly successful production involves so much more than what you see on stage. I’m especially proud of the cooperation, mutual respect, the level of commitment, and the teamwork that has been demonstrated by everyone involved in this production.
- Thank you to our principal, Mrs. Collins, our founder, Mr. Hauptner for their involvement and continued support.
- Thank you Mr. Dequesada & Mr. Decarmine
- To my Senior’s- it’s always bittersweet to watch your final mainstage performances. I’m proud of you and have worked with many of you for four years. It’s hard to see you go.
- Hailey- Thank you for being an amazing thespian president.
- Aidan- Your talent knows no bounds.
- Hannah- Thank you for infusing every space you are in with positivity.
- Cole- You are the anchor, so reliable what am I gonna do without you?
- Christina- Always hold theatre close, you are one of us!
- Justine- No one can match your shine.
- Madison- You are such a great stage manager, thank you for everything.
- Ruthie- Thank you for keeping everyone on task.
- Quiana “Kiki”- Are you riding?
- Odessa- You will always be best dressed in our hearts.
- Kenia- My right hand!
- Jasmine- You are so talented and you deserve the world.
- Tryumph- Thank you for all your enthusiasm along the way.
- Aaliyah- I can’t wait to see all the theatrical works you create.
- Bryan- Thank you for always having your classmates back through thick and thin.
