Student Directing Festival

Student Directing Festival - February 06 - February 08, 2025

Sonia Milsten-Ockene

Something to Keep Us Warm Director

Wow, I can’t believe we’re here! This experience has been amazing, from fun warm-up games to intense breathing exercises (sorry, Su!), I’ve loved every minute of it. I’m grateful to everyone involved, especially my wonderful actors, Perk (yay tablesweat!), Mr. K, Abby, and (reluctantly), Owen. I’m so proud of this show and can’t wait for you to see it! Bon Appetit!
Ashers & Diamondstein

Uncle Sam Writers, Directors, & Composers

Ashers and Diamondstein are the most acclaimed playwriting duo since Shakespeare. Their work has been featured at such iconic off-Broadway venues as the Seasholes Auditorium, Ethan’s basement, and Thompsonville. Asher is a recipient of the NSHS Math Department’s “Rise to the Challenge” award, and Ethan has been recognized by numerous peers in passing. Currently, they are artists-in-residence at Newton South High School, but contrary to the name, they don’t live there
Owen Butler

Something... Stage Manager

"You call me a villain because it's easy. It feels good. But, some day, when it's all ashes, you'll see who really held the world together." --Owen Butler, after every rehearsal
Ember Mahnke

Uncle Sam Stage Manager

these boots were made for joaquin... but also for noah, alyssa, mia, nate, ethan and asher, my amazing tech team and this hilarious cast, mom and dad, and sam alex jas and cam watching from home, i love you all!!!