Adam '15: November

Happy November, everyone! This past month has been extremely busy. For the first part of October, I was hard at work on the Fall Play. This year, our director chose to do two shows, and we created a mash up of adapted works by the French playwright Molière. I was lucky enough to star in both Scapin and The Medicine Show. I played Geronté, an older gentleman deceived by a doctor and his very own servant. My character was exuberant and overly emotional, and it was nice to play such a humorous role. More importantly, however, the time commitment reminded me of what it’s like to be in an ensemble. It’s easy enough to come to rehearsal once a week, memorize lines, and then perform, but the real fun and value of being in a show comes from being an active cast member. My final play reminded me of why I love participating in theater.

            As always, college has been on my mind, too. Around this time, seniors are finishing up with their standardized testing and, if they are applying to schools early, finalizing their applications. I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t a stressful time—this is a decision that impacts the next four years of our lives and provides us with future opportunities. However, with the help of our college guidance counselors, advisors, and other supporters, as well as the new college guidance seminar for which the new schedule makes time, it’s a bit easier to stay calm. I look forward to continuing to update you all!

On another note, it was so great to see so many faces at the Fall Open House this October, so I hope to see many of you coming back and visiting!

Until next time,

Adam