When we first began building the High Desert Theater Club, we never could have imagined just how much this program would grow in only a few short months. What started as an idea quickly became something much bigger. It became a group of students willing to take risks, work hard, support one another, and step onto a stage in front of an audience with courage and confidence.
For many of our performers, this was their very first production. As adults, it is easy to forget just how terrifying it can feel to stand in front of your peers, sing, act, dance, or even speak loudly enough for an audience to hear you. Yet these students showed up rehearsal after rehearsal willing to try, learn, grow, and believe in themselves. Watching their confidence build throughout this process has been one of the most rewarding experiences we could have asked for as first-time directors. This production was also built from the ground up in more ways than one. Our sets were constructed by students and staff on our campus and at the high school and by volunteers, our props and scenery were painted with care by students and faculty, and countless people came together to help create something truly special. Theater is never about just one person, it is about teamwork, trust, creativity, and community. We are so proud of the kindness, humor, determination, and heart our students brought to this show every single day.
To our audience, thank you for supporting student theater and encouraging these students to shine. We hope you enjoy the show!
- Mrs. Cupp & Ms. Torres
To our cast and crew: thank you for trusting us, making us laugh during rehearsals, and reminding us why the arts matter so much. It has been a pleasure to create the High Desert Theater Club alongside you. We hope this is only the beginning of many productions to come for the High Desert Theater Club.
Emma Bailey
Isaac Cruz — He has the biggest heart! Don’t believe what he’s telling you on stage!
Jacques Ehrich — Some call him the founding father of “George the Bush” and “Kate the Bush.” Some call him Jacques.
Alexandra Gonzalez — Roped in because her sister was there, stayed because she enjoyed it :)
Sabrina Gonzalez
Taleea Hayes — Way to jump in blind and make it look effortless!
Ellie Kephart — You have truly captured the essence of Toto, way to go! I’m sorry, “Ruff! Ruff!”
Paisley Kephart — Would never believe how TOUGH this girl is on the field, no Cowardly Lion here!
Oakley Lowen
Jordan Padilla
Isabella Puma-Hernandez — Thank you for showing up consistently and filling in for all the roles at one point or another! Your friends may have dragged you here, but you never left, and that's what counts!!
Jaylee Rosa Sanchez — Didn’t want a lot of lines… until she became the Narrator!
Anthony Stanley
Abygail Tapia
Emrys Vouniozos
Vance Weinrich — ⭐Dougathy ⭐walked so Dorothy could run
