Director's Note
When I first read Badger 18 months ago, I knew it was a story I wanted to tell. At the time, I didn't think it would be my Masters thesis - and I also didn't think we'd be making Zoom theatre for 12+ months - but here we are, and I'm so happy with the process and results.
This story about 4 fiercely strong, and very different, women is a story that's important for young people to see and to tell. It tackles big issues that are so very prevelant in young people's lives like feminism, fighting for equality, and LGBTQ+ identities. For our students to experience and tell a story like this as just one way theatre can make an impact, not only on them, but also on the community.
Thank you to families for helping turn bedrooms and basements into film studios, for learning how to do 1940's hairstyles, and picking up costumes so our students could record from home.
Thank you to everyone from the RU Fast Track program. Your support, wisdom, words of encouragement, Zoom work sessions, and inspiration has helped me grow immensely and I am forever grateful.
To the 8th graders
- Fiona - Your energy is unmatched. Grateful we got to have in-person rehearsal time this year
- Addie - What a quiet and strong talent you have!
- Elton - Guess virtual drama is your thing, huh?!
- William - Thank you for stepping up and stepping in! We loved having you
- Joao Vittor - I'm so glad we get to see each other more this year and that you found theatre
- Gianna - Such a kind, sweet, and intelligent soul
- Emma - Best hugs ever. Can't wait to hug you soon!
