Story Theatre Production Information

The most up-to-date information will always be on this page. Rehearsals are currently in flux due to some unexpected schedule changes...And we don’t really have show dates yet; we are working those out with elementary school principals...Needless to say, we are rehearsing when we can.

This show is very different than what most of you are probably used to. It is a true ensemble; there are no stars. Even if you only have a couple lines, you will be actively involved. Everyone will be on the stage the whole time, adding in little ad-libs and sound effects.

Please don’t take a “diva” attitude. All actors are members of equal standing.

This show is going to be something special. It is not about you as performers--we are doing a community service, providing elementary school students a glimpse into how special, exciting, and fun theatre can be.

Side note: Everyone should audition for Cinderella October 25-26. Ms. Peithmann (our choral director) is having “learn audition music days” Wednesday October 5 and October 12. While not required, I strongly recommend going to learn the music and get coached by Ms. Peithmann.

Show Details:

• Tour 5 elementary schools (5 different days) 2pm-3pm; grades 3-5
• Inspiration: Beatnik jazz or coffeehouse jazz
• Costumes: All black, tight fitting, berets; colored scarf-like material used as accessories
• Description (and rationale):
• Using improvisational theater techniques adapted from Viola Spolin’s books and teachings, Story Theatre takes its audience on a journey through popular folk tales and classics from the storytelling tradition. Transformation, mime, music, and dance are the basis of the "Story Theatre" method. This particular direction of Story Theatre presents plays from stories, myths, folk tales, and legends, but with a Beatnik jazz twist. Students will have a fun experience as the troupe takes them on a journey of movement, spoken word, and improvisation.
• There will be a brief question and answer session following each performance.

Show Order and Cast List

Bremen Town Musicians (6 pages)

• Ass Olivia P
• Hound Grecia
• Cat Faith
• Cock (Rooster) Chloe
• Robber 1 Olivia E.
• Robber 2 (Chief)Denali

Fisherman and His Wife (9 pages)

• Narrator Emma
• Fisherman Davin
• Flounder Ilianna
• Wife Katie

Golden Goose (7 pages)

• Mother Alexa
• Simpleton Davin
• Eldest Son Destiny
• Little Gray Man Connor
• Second Son Katie
• Eldest Daughter Lily
• Second Daughter Isabella
• Parson Olivia P.
• Sexton Mollie
• Peasant King Skylar
• Princess Stephanie

Henny Penny (4 pages)

• Henny Penny Alexa
• Cocky Locky Connor
• Ducky Daddles Mollie
• Goosey Poosey Emma
• Turkey Lurkey Stephanie
• Foxy Woxy Lily

Field Trip to PSU!

Every year, Actors' Guild travels up to Plymouth State University (which has an excellent theatre program), to participate in a day of theatre workshops hosted by the New Hampshire Educational Theatre Guild. The day is jam packed, and serves as a great experience to work with professionals and get a sense of what a college theatre program consists of. It's fun!

This year, the workshops are Friday, October 14. We will leave SHS at 7am, and return around 6:30pm. The cost is $35 dollars.

Pick up field trip forms from either Mrs. Thiele (T-6) or Mr. Bujold (T-2). The more, the merrier, and the less Actors' Guild has to pay out of our paltry account...

Forms are due NO LATER than Friday, September 30. No form by then, you don't go...

I need a form!

Story Theatre Rehearsals

Rehearsals for Story Theatre start this Thursday! If you haven't received a script yet, see Mr. Bujold in room T-2. Go on over to the Calendar page to see the schedule.

1st Tech Crew Meeting

Interested in life behind the curtain? Ever wanted to know what goes on backstage?

Come check out Tech Crew. We need designers, painters, costumers, make-up artists, crafters, builders, movers, lighting and sound technicians for upcoming productions. While there is less work to do for Story Theatre, there is plenty to work on for Cinderella. Bring a friend. No experience necessary.  We will train you! New and old faces welcome.

1st Meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 20th afterschool in T6

Story Theatre

Thanks to all who auditioned! The ensemble for the show is as follows:

• Chloe Wisseverve
• Olivia Eno
• Skylar Larrabe
• Destiny Garcia
• Denali Davis
• Ilianna Barnes
• Isabella Hannon
• Katie Tetu
• Alexa LoDuca
• Olivia Perrault
• Faith Occhipinti
• Lily Medeiros
• Grecia Murillo
• Emma Stanganelli
• Mollie Lesnever
• Connor Sousa
• Davin Demmer
• Stephanie Carino

Auditions!

Auditions for Story Theatre, a show that will travel to the elementary schools in Salem will be MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th, after school in room T-2. Wear comfortable clothes!