Marie Murphy Spring Play

CAST LIST FOR “AND THEN THERE WAS ONE”

rochek — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:50:12 +0000

Congratulations to the following students for being cast in the Spring Play, "And Then There Was One!" Thank you to everyone who tried out; it was an outpouring of talent and enthusiasm. I appreciate each and every one of you and would encourage you all to continue pursuing your acting dreams, whether it be here at Marie Murphy, next year at New Trier, or in our vibrant local community.

Due to my illness, we will NOT meet as a cast tomorrow (Friday) but we will meet after school on Monday in my room from 3:30 to 5:00. Please be sure you have transportation home arranged beginning on Monday. See you then!

CAST LIST:

Mimms: Margarita C.
Clayhorn: Kameron V.
Dr. Albert Prince: Peter M.
Emily Plain: Maya K.
Inspector Miles: Kelly M.
Delores Biggs: Jaine A.
Presley York: Tennessee F.
Heather Starlett: Alli S.
Matthew Charisma: Arch T.
Margaret LaRue: Caroline L.Understudy: Kushali P.

Student Assistant Director: Victoria Z.

Permission Forms and Sign-ups

rochek — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:59:07 +0000

Students who wish to audition for "And Then There Was One" should be sure to return the parent permission form before Thursday, February 16th. Also, students must sign up for ONE of the TWO open audition dates (2/21 or 2/22). Sign-up sheets are hanging outside room 260. Scripts will be available for checkout once permission forms are returned.

INFORMATIONAL MEETING TODAY

rochek — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:19:38 +0000

Today, Wednesday, February 8th from 3:30 to 4:00, there will be an informational meeting held in Mrs. Roche's room for all students who would like to audition for this year's spring play, "And Then There Was One."

THE CAST LIST IS….

rochek — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:29:26 +0000

THE CAST LIST FOR "THERE'S A GHOST IN MY LOCKER" IS....

STUDENT ASSISTANT DIRECTOR…Katie H.

JASON….Preston F.

DEWEY…Kameron V.

MONICA…Tamara V.

TRELANE…Regina M.

DAD…Sheharyar L.

MOM…Margarita C.

ALEXIS…Kelly M.

JANEY…Christie W.

MAGWORT…Areesh L.

FENTON…Peter M.

CRASH…Terry D.

BURN…Kevin P.

SKID…Sophia K.

ROXIE…Victoria Z.

MRS. PEPPINGER…Ariana C.

SECRETARY…Cassie Y.

COUNSELOR…Elias E.

TEACHER… Cassie Y.

GHOST…Elias E. (body)/Terry D. (voice)

Extra Girls and Boys… Cassie Y., Katie H., Elias E

…And, the 2011 Spring Play IS…….

rochek — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:06:00 +0000

"THERE'S A GHOST IN MY LOCKER," by Christopher Barruto

Tell us all about it, you say? Okay, here goes.

(Copied from the script synopsis) "It's awful. It's beyond awful. Jason Henshaw has problems. What teenager doesn't have them right? When Jason is locked in his locker overnight by school bullies, he thinks he'll never get out. That is, until his two best friends, Monica and Dewey, rescue him just as the clock tolls "thirteen." That's when a ghost appears and grants him three wishes, and Jason's already topsy-turvy world gets a little topsy-er and turvy-er."

Cast size: about 15. 4 men, 5 women, and several either gender

Auditions will be held at the end of February. See the tab on this page titled "Audition Info" for details.

If you are interested in reading a bit more of the script, you can read the online sample from the publisher: HERE

Looking forward to it!

It’s a New School Year! The Spring Play is Coming!

rochek — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:22:15 +0000

So glad you've decided to visit the Spring Play webpage! The play takes place at the end of April each year. Auditions are held at the end of February. Be looking for an announcement about which play has been selected and audition information during the month of January. Auditions are open to any MMS student who has no conflict with the rehearsal schedule, which is typically Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday after school.

Looking forward to a great play (as always!) in Spring 2011!

The Downside…and the Upside

rochek — Mon, 03 May 2010 01:41:19 +0000

Well, all, it's over. Almost in the blink of an eye. I must say, for a show that is dialogue-heavy, this cast has done an incredible job. The show is totally dependent upon the quality of the acting; there is nowhere to hide on stage. All 18 actors are on stage almost the entire time--and their energy, timing, and interpretation make the show or break the show. Congratulations...there were so many compliments as to the quality of the acting, the set, the combination of elements. It was a striking success.

However, after the final curtain falls, the applause ends, and the party is over, reality sets back in. A reality without the theatre. Yes, the daily grind of the work required to pull off a good show may not be missed, but the camaraderie, the laughter, the place of belonging--they're all suddenly, shockingly absent. It can be a difficult transition back into this "real" world. Many of us feel post-play depression. It's definitely a "downside" of this business, if there is one.

The upside of a life without theatre is: there is now time to do MORE theatre! Audition for a community theatre show. Or do a theatre summer camp. Or ask if your church needs help on the drama team. Even though this one chapter of theatrical life has closed, the next one is just waiting to be written!

Thank you to everyone who helped make this, the seventh play I've directed for MMS, one of the most powerful. Cast: you are dear to me. Thank you for making me look good!

School Assembly Performance a Smash!

rochek — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:43:49 +0000

Today's assembly performance was top-notch. Everyone delivered, with great energy and character. I think we also gave the audience a lot to think about!!! I am so very proud of you all. Great job cast and crew!

Here are some pictures from the show (it's a slideshow, so be patient!):

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Tech Week

rochek — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:04:43 +0000

It's here. The week of the show. Lots of hard work going into bringing all the pieces together: lines, character, blocking, timing, costumes, microphones, props, entrances, lights... It can seem a bit overwhelming at times.

Cast, how are you feeling? What do you anticipate about tomorrow and Friday's performances?

The Daily Grind

rochek — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:33:09 +0000

We are knee-deep in the daily grind of producing a play. This is the time when it becomes apparent that we are very near breaking through to it actually feeling like it's coming together; but having a list of things needing improvement so long that it sometimes makes it feel like the mountain is too high to ever get over! It is the time when the work feels like work. The stumbling through lines, the blanking out, the forgotten blocking, the awkward choices--it all contributes to the forward progress of the show, but it sometimes feels like running in place.

Having done this as much as I have, as a performer and as a director, I know our show is right on pace for a strong finish. This is the painful stretch of the marathon. The end is not quite in sight, but the legs are getting tired.

When we get into next week, the adrenalin rush will kick in--with the addition of last minute props and set pieces, microphones, and costumes. The reality will hit. But until then--we sweat.