Rehearsal chaos breeds connection, mentorship By Paul Katula • Mar 19, 2026 A decade-long hiatus ends at the Episcopal School as middle and upper schoolers find common ground through Dickensian drama.
Spectacular Seussical sequel at Centennial By Paul Katula • Mar 15, 2026 From a "Splash Zone" in the front rows to a moving duet in the middle of the house, we review the standout vocals and staging of Centennial's latest hit.
2026 Plastic: Mean Girls tops the high school stage By Paul Katula • Mar 3, 2026 From Chamblee to Maryland, we look at how *Mean Girls* is teaching students the power of resilience and "sharing the stage."
Hamilton turns 10 and takes the big screen By Paul Katula • Sep 13, 2025 Student voices celebrate Hamilton’s 10-year journey from phenomenon to legend. Now in movie theaters for a short run nationwide.
Students hone theater skills in summer showcase By Paul Katula • Aug 14, 2025 Gloucester HS theater students sharpen their audition skills, preparing for the winter musical with voice, choreography, and stage presence training.
When pirated video clips spark a love for live theatre By Paul Katula • Aug 5, 2025 Disguised as DIY slime videos, pirated Broadway clips stir debate: Do they hurt theatre sales or inspire future ticket buyers?
Glenbard W. pit takes a bow in The Addams Family By Paul Katula • Nov 12, 2024 Students in the pit orchestra at Glenbard West's production rise to the challenge of mastering musical books fit for Broadway.
Musical theater award program extends to N. Calif. By Paul Katula • Jul 26, 2024 A high school musical theater award program in N. Calif. that sponsors students for the Jimmy Awards has expanded further north.
Neuqua Valley’s dramatic challenges for 2022-23 By Paul Katula • Aug 28, 2022 Drama performances at the Naperville, IL, high school will challenge students this year, given the schedule of performances.
Liberty High Drama posts a children’s masterpiece By Paul Katula • Nov 14, 2020 High school musical productions are virtual these days. They still delight hundreds but require a little more technical skill in a new medium.