Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Kudos

Congratulations to the entire cast and and crew of West Side Story for their Cappies awards.

Casi Collins and Molly McCloskey for Choreography

Josh Kudisch and the Jets Ensemble for Best Song "Gee Officer Krupke"

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Cappies Sunday, June 1st at 5:30pm

It is almost here! Cappies Gala is this Sunday, June 1st at 5:30 at the Hippodrome. 

I will be handing out tickets this week for family and friends coming to the event. I will not be handing tickets to performers or nominees. I have to scan these tickets at a specific time at the Hipppdrome. 

We will have a rehearsal on Saturday at Oakland Mills High School at 12:45pm-2pm. Make sure to be there on time. 

Students need to be at the Hippodrome on Sunday by 10am. They should enter on the Eutaw Street entrance doors to be checked in by the security desk.

Students should bring with them....
  • costume
  • stage make-up
  • dress clothes for the Gala
  • comfortable clothes to wear during the rehearsal day including show shirt
  • water
  • snacks
  • entertainment (cards, book, ipod, games, homework, camera)
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Cappies Ticket Order due Friday

Make sure to get your Cappies ticket order in by Friday!

Monday, April 14, 2008

Cappies Nominations 2008

Congratulations to the cast and crew for 16 nominations!

Centennial Critic Team- Lead Critic, Irma Hashmi
Junior Critic- Tom McQuaid
Lighting- Allie Holmes
Sets- Stagecraft
Costumes- Tim Flach, Casi Collins and Lindsey Norris
Stage Crew- Jenna Johnson
Orchestra- CHS Pit Band
Choreography- Casi Collins and Molly McCloskey
Ensemble in a Musical- The Jets
Cameo Actor- Patrick Burr
Male Dancer- Mickey Albornoz
Female Vocalist- Ariel Flajnik
Featured Actress in a Musical- Jen Jones
Featured Actor in a Musical- Tom McQuaid
Lead Actor in a Musical- Ryan Mercer
Song- "Gee, Officer Krupke!"

All nominees will need to have their pictures taken. Please see your email for more information.

Congratulations! BRAVO!

Sunday, April 13, 2008

New reduced ticket cost to Cappies Gala!

The Backstage Backers have generously offered to cut the cost of the student Cappies Gala ticket by another $5. So the cost of the ticket for students wishing to go to the Gala is now only $25. Please get your ticket order in by Friday, April 18th. Let me know if you have any questions.

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Cappies Review Online

Take a look at the reviews that were published for West Side Story! You can see all of the rave reviews on the board of the drama room. Nominations come out next week.

www.cappies.com/bal/read_review.php?id12&showid=12

Sunday, April 6, 2008

Cappies Gala Information

What's Next? Well, we will be receiving nominations for the Cappies Gala the week of April, 13th. Regardless of the nominations, we will have the opportunity to perform "Tonight" on the Hippodrome stage on June 1st at 6pm. I will sending out information about purchasing tickets to the event this week. Please check back for updates!

Thursday, April 3, 2008

Opening night was a hit!

We could not have asked for a better crowd on opening night! The atmosphere was thrilling. Thanks to all of the patrons who came to see the show. Get your tickets now for the next couple of performances. They are selling fast!

Monday, March 31, 2008

It's Show Time!

The cast and crew have worked incredibly hard to get this very difficult production up and looking great! I am so proud of their talent and their dedication to this project. I truly hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Break a leg!

Saturday, March 29, 2008

Sunday Rehearsal Schedule

Call is as follows:

12-1pm Jet Song and Officer Krupke
1-1:30pm Tony and Maria
2-6pm Run Show

We will continue to paint the backdrop tomorrow from 10am-2pm. If you would like to help out and have already worked on the backdrop the past couple of days, join us around 10am.

Tech Crew should be at rehearsal at 11am to run set changes.

Thanks for all of your hard work!

Friday, March 28, 2008

Ticket Packets are due Saturday!

Tickets packets are due on Saturday, March 29th. Please make sure to return all unsold tickets and money. If you need more tickets for a performance, include money for the requested tickets in the packet and write on ticket form what number of tickets are requested.  See Ms. Carlsen for more information.

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Watch Fox 45 Friday Morning to see West Side Story Cast Perform!

Tune into Fox 45 on Friday, March 28th to see the live performances of some numbers from West Side Story

On Air Musical Number
6:05am Officer Krupke
7:05 am One Hand, One Heart
8:05am Tonight

Cast and crew, please check below for call times. 

Call Time Rehearsal Time Cast Called
5:45am 5:55am Jets
6:45am 6:55am Tony and Maria
7:45am 7:55am All

Please let me know if you have any questions!

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Buy tickets online

You can now purchase tickets online to all of the shows. There is a service charge of $.50 per ticket. You can print out tickets and bring them to the show. Click on the link to the right.

Check out the preview!

Check out this awesome preview that was made by Tom McQuaid! Click on the video link to the right.

Costumes due Wednesday

Please make sure that all costume pieces are at rehearsal on Wednesday. Include shoes, accessories, slips, etc.

Sunday, March 23, 2008

Monday- Work and Brush Up Rehearsal Day

I was just given permission to work in the school on Monday from 12-3pm. I would like to work on the set from 12-1pm and then rehearse from 1-3pm. This is short notice and is not mandatory. I would like to rehearse the following songs:

Dance at the Gym
Prologue
Cool
One Hand, One Heart
Maria
Something's Coming

Please let me know if you can attend. I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday!

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Work Day Friday

We will be having a work day on Friday from 12-3pm. Please let me know if you can make it. Thanks! Have a restful break.

Sunday, March 16, 2008

Set Building Canceled- Sunday and Monday

Cast, crew and parents-
I have to cancel the set building for Sunday and Monday due to a back injury. Thanks for your understanding.

Friday, March 14, 2008

Set Building Day- Saturday Canceled

Due to a painful back injury, I have to cancel the set building day on Saturday. I am having trouble emailing so please send out the word. Thanks.

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Set Building Days

We will be working on the set on the following days:

Saturday, Mar. 15  12-3pm
Sunday, Mar. 16th  2-5pm
Monday, Mar 17th 3-6pm

If you can come to help out, please let Ms. Carlsen know. Come prepared to get messy!

Monday, March 10, 2008

Ticket Packets are going out today!

Cast and crew will be receiving ticket packets of four tickets to each performance of the show. Students should sell tickets and record patron names on the Ticket Packet Sales Form. If more tickets are needed, please contact Ms. Carlsen. Ticket packets and money are due Saturday, March 29th. 

Friday, March 7, 2008

Non-Mandatory Rehearsal for Dance at the Gym on Wednesday 3/12

We will be having a non-mandatory rehearsal on Wednesday, 3/12 from 2:30-4:00pm to finish "Cha-Cha" and "Mambo" for "Dance at the Gym". 

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Program Advertisement Forms are due Friday, March 7th

Please make sure to turn in your program advertisements by this Friday, March 7th. Feel free to download the form from the program information section on the right hand side. Remember you can have an ad from a business, family members, friends, teachers, groups, teams, or individuals! Email Ms. Carlsen with any questions.

Saturday, March 1, 2008

Cast and Crew Bio Forms due Monday 3/3

Please make sure to complete and turn in a bio form by Monday, 3/3. The bio form is located under Program Information on the right hand side of this website.

Thursday, February 28, 2008

Cast/Individual Photo Order Form now online!

If you are interested in ordering a cast photo or an individual photo of your cast/crew member, please see the new link in the cast/crew production packet for the order form. We will have a professional photographer take our cast photo on stage in costume on 3/27. Cast and crew members can also get an individual photos taken. This is a great way to preserve memories! Please let me know if you have any questions.

Saturday, February 23, 2008

NEW Rehearsal Schedule

Please check the new and improved rehearsal schedule! Due to the weather and school closings, I have had to revamp the rehearsal schedule. I would like to thank both parents and students for their flexibility. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

Parent Meeting Rescheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 27th

Third time is a charm! The parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 27th in the drama room at 7pm. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for your patience and flexibility.

Friday, February 22, 2008

Friday Rehearsal Canceled; Saturday is still a go

Friday rehearsal is canceled due to the weather and school closure. We will be rehearsing on Saturday from 9am-12pm. Here is the schedule:

9-10:30am Blocking 61-88 Maria, Tony
Blocking 83-88 Chino, Consuela, Rosalia, 
Francisca, Maria and Tony
Dance: "I Feel Pretty" Maria, Consuela, Rosalia, 
Fransisca
Block: "Maria" Tony

10:30-11am Block: 74-75 Shark and Jet guys
11-12pm Block Dance @ Gym All
Sing-thru Tonight All
Run 1-20 All

Thank you all for your flexibility. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Friday, February 15, 2008

Monday Rehearsal

Schedule for Monday, Feb. 18th:

12-1pm "America" Song review and blocking 37-45 Sharks (guys and girls)
1-3pm Review "Cool" and begin "Jet Song" Jets (guys)* NEW*
1-2pm "Somewhere" Sarah H.
2-3pm Blocking:61-68 Tony, Maria, Anita
3-4pm Blocking "Tonight" ALL

Please email Ms. Carlsen with any questions. kcarlsen@hcpss.org

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Parent Meeting rescheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 20th

The Parent Volunteer Meeting is rescheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 20th at 7pm in the drama room. Thank you in advance for your time and energy!

Tee-Shirt Order due Tomorrow!

Tee-shirt orders are due tomorrow Friday, Feb. 15th. Please turn in money and order form to Ms. Carlsen no later than Friday. If you are missing your form, you can download one from this website. The forms from the packet are located on the right hand side.

Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Parent Meeting and Rehearsals will be rescheduled

I hope everyone is staying warm on this icy day! Due to school closure, we will have to reschedule the Parent Meeting and rehearsal that was scheduled for today. I will be working on that today. I will post new information as soon as I can confirm dates and times with administration. Thanks.

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Fundraiser rescheduled due to weather

We will not be holding our Chik-fila fundraiser on Feb. 12th due to inclement weather. We have rescheduled the event for Tuesday, Feb. 19 from 5-8pm. Thank you.

Rehearsal is on for Feb12th

We will be having rehearsal on Tuesday, Feb.12th from 12-4pm. Make sure to stop by Chik-fila after rehearsal for our fundraiser at the Columbia Mall.

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Chik-Fila Fundraiser February 12th from 6-8pm

Come out an join us at the fabulous Chik-Fila at the Mall in Columbia from 6-8pm on Tuesday, Febraury 12th! The theatre department will be hosting a fundraiser at which we will receive a percentage of the profits. You will need a flier or a sticker for the theatre department to get credit. Students have off from school that day but do have rehearsal. Please see a theatre student or a Backstage Backer for more information. See you there!

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Updated Rehearsal Schedule

The rehearsal schedule is now posted on the links to your right. The rehearsals have been highlighted for different groups. Call times have been placed on the 12-4pm rehearsals. Please check it out!

Monday, January 28, 2008

Contact Information and Student Contract due Friday, Feb. 1

The production packets were handed out to cast members today. Please make sure to turn in the student contract and the emergency information forms to Ms. Carlsen by Friday, February 1st.

Friday, January 25, 2008

Casting is Complete!

The casting is completed and I am incredibly pleased with the results. I was so impressed by the students and all that they had to give during a difficult audition process. I am so excited to start on this new and challenging project.

Our first rehearsal is on Monday, Jan. 28th from 4-6pm.

Please visit back often for news about the show and information for parents and students.

Here we go!