I am so excited about this year's production! Every year, I try to do something new. This year, I decided to take another stab at a musical...it has been several years since I've produced a musical, but they are definitely a favorite, especially for middle school students. And in line with doing something new, every year brings new challenges. I have learned to welcome those challenges with open arms and embrace the opportunity because I love the process and appreciate growing through it.
Drama Club is one of the few extra-curricular activities that has all grade levels and genders working together. I'm excited to be able to work with such a talented group of young people!! To my cast, we have laughed together, cried together and tonight we will celebrate together! We have grown as a family, and I know you will wow me as you wow the audience every year!! Congratulations and break a leg!!
I have several people I'd like to thank, because this show would not have been possible without you...
- Mr. Rhodes - Thanks for your continued support. I'm blessed by your belief in me and I appreciate your willingness to work with me to make sure our show is a success!
- Mr. Hall - We did it...a musical in a month, LOL. Thanks for everything! ;-)
- Mr. Sneed - Thanks for creating music for the kids to rehearse with...you jumped in and helped out in a major way!
- Ms. Naderah, girl, I appreciate your passion and enthusiasm! You were absolutely amazing with the kids and the choreography is magical! It was not an accident that we were brought together...
- Mr. Roberts - thanks for being an ear and sounding board for me! I appreciate all of your assistance.
- Mrs. Little - Thanks for all that you do! You always come through right on time!!!
- Coach Pitts, Mrs. Ash and Ms. Winfrey - thanks for pitching in to help with concessions!
- To my team - thanks for your continued understanding during the craziness of production week. I am thankful for all that you do to help take the stress off of me! Thanks again!
- All Champion Faculty & Staff - Thanks for supporting the students, the production and me. We appreciate your flexibility and cooperation! The kids will never forget this experience and all that you have done to allow that to happen is appreciated. Many thanks and I hope you see the value and worth in the performance!
- Mommy - You are the absolute BEST mother! I thank God for you and your continued, undying support. You are my secret weapon in my ability to make this happen...I can't say thank you enough.
- My family and friends - thanks for understanding my crazy during production time and my lack of availability. :-) I am grateful that there is no love lost and we are able to pick up where we left off. Thanks for your continued support Now it's time to TURN UP!!
- Thanks to my 2nd Period Drama Class for your music suggestions during scene transitions!
- Thanks to all of the students in all of my classes for your cooperation during production week!
- Slew - You came through, buddy! I sincerely appreciate you...you are truly talented and amazing, I owe you big time!!
- Khalil - Thanks for helping out at the last minute!
- Mr. Garcon - I don't even want to think about what I'm going to do when your children get beyond Champion...you are a tremendous help and a pleasure to work with. Thanks again!
- Mrs. Price, Ms. Johnson, Mrs. Randolph & Mrs. Rhone - thanks for stepping up as committee chairs...I can't say thank you enough.
- To all my parents - It takes a village and I'm thankful that you've entrusted your child into my care. I thank you for all that you do and know that this could not happen without your support. I hope you are amazed by what you see!
- Marques & Rahsaan - Thanks so much for taking time out of your busy schedules to come and film these kids and give them an experience they won't soon forget. You are awesome! We met a while ago and I look forward to working together again in the future.
- Jerry - Thanks for teaching me to edit and graciously offering up your equipment and space for me to edit this work. You've gone above and beyond and have helped me more than you know. I'm thankful our paths continue to cross in this industry and looking forward to the next time!
- Papa John's, Chick Fil-A, Subway, and Mrs. McGilberry, thanks for supporting our production!!
- Thanks Kinko's for the AWESOME, AMAZING programs! I'm glad I can depend on you!
Enjoy the show!!! #championdrama Love, Ms. Hammond
