WHY TEACH THEATRE IN OUR SCHOOLS?
Theatre is a SCIENCE.
Theatre is MATHEMATICAL.
Theatre is a FOREIGN LANGUAGE.
Theatre is HISTORY.
Theatre is PHYSICAL EDUCATION.
Theatre is LANGUAGE ARTS.
Theatre is BUSINESS.
Theatre is TECHNOLOGY.
Theatre is ECONOMICS.
Theatre is taught in schools
Not because you are expected to major in theatre,
Not because you are expected to perform all through life,
Not so you can relax,
Not so you can have fun,
But So you will recognize BEAUTY,
So you will be SENSITIVE,
So you will be closer to an INFINITE BEYOND THIS WORLD,
So you will have more LOVE,
More COMPASSION,
More GENTLENESS,
More GOOD,
In short, More LIFE.
Of what value will it be to make a prosperous living unless you know how to live?
That is why theatre is taught in our schools.
*Adapted with permission from Music Educators National Conference MIOSM Planning Guide
A Note from the Director...
The story of Big Fish is simultaneously so complex and yet also so simple. For me, it tells both the essence of theatre and the essence of life. In today's fast-paced world, we need the reminder that at the heart of everything are our family and friends. But we also need the reminder to take some time for fun too. Thank you to Mr. Rice, Mr. North, and Mr. Kilpack for accompanying me on this awesome ride. Thank you to the amazing UHS theatre students for bringing this story to life! As always, we dedicate this final mainstage of the year to our graduating seniors. I'm beyond proud of all you have accomplished and look forward to hearing all about "What's next!"
