This production would not have been possible without the efforts of so many people. From the bottom of my heart, I can not express my gratitude and thankfulness to everyone that had a hand in helping this show come to life.
To my students, you all are incredible; rockstars who deserve all the highest praise. You have poured your heart and soul into this show and have given life to the characters. You have worked tirelessly to memorize lines, songs, and dances, all while having a smile on your face and never complaining. The effort you have made to make this show what it is has astounded me since day one. You have made this possible. You are the reason my job is so worthwhile and so wonderful. My love for each of you is endless and I cannot tell you how proud I am of you.
To the teachers, adminstration, and staff- you all are amazing. The support you have shown the cast and students who are a part of this show is so encouraging. The help you have offered and given amazes me and I'm so grateful for your constant encouragement and flexibility, especially with spring sports and other extra-curriculars that have been happening the same time as the show. A special shout-out to our amazing book-keeper, Janice Allen, who placed what seemed like 900 orders for me and scheduled all the incoming delieveries- you are incredible.
To the parents- thank you for having the best kids ever. They have been a joy to work with. Thank you for driving them to and from practice, for donating things that were needed, and for being the biggest fans of the show. You have fed these kids, sewn last minute costumes, run errands, built sets, and have done anything that was needed. You have made my life so easy and I'm beyond thankful for you.
Lastly, I need to thank my core crew who, without them, this show truly would have never been possible. My husband, Alex, who put up with me singing and dancing and stressing at all hours of the day and night and who offered all his support and love through the whole production. To Rachel Cinnamon, my best friend and confidant, who kept me sane and provided encouragement and Pal's; who never questioned my decisions and stood with me even when I felt alone. Rachael Wagner and Norie-Anne Young- without you all I would have felt so helpless through this whole process; your encouragment and willingness to do anything for the show and the students amazes me. To Logan Vincent, who put up with me on trips to Lowe's, who made my set dreams a reality, and who never questioned my methods and just went with it. You have been an invaluable addition to the show. And to Amanda Cox, you have been a rock throughout the show. From January until May, anything I have needed, you have done with a smile on your face.
My love for each of you has no end, and my heart is so full of gratitude for everyone that has had a hand in making this show a reality. In my wildest dreams, I could have never imagined my job would be this fun.
-Mrs. G
