Performing Arts
Spring 2020 Theatre Festival
2020 Spring Festival of Plays
Coordinated by Joan Jubett
Associate Coordinated by Nellie L
Hudson K. in “An Adaptation of the opening monologue of Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins’ ‘Everybody’” directed by Nellie L.
Hudson interrupts the performing arts showcase and festival webinar to give the audience Zoom etiquette advice.
Georgina B., Mika F. and Isabella M. in “Landline” by Will Arbery, directed by Isabella M.
What starts off as a fun phone conversation about a prom date, leads to Melissa learning a little bit too much about Chase’s home life.
Please note: This performance contains some adult themes and language.
Mika F. in “Slide,” Music by Calvin Harris (ft. Frank Ocean, Migos)
An original dance choreographed, performed and edited by Mika F.
Cosima D. and Isabella M. in Act IV Scene 3 of “Othello” by William Shakespeare, directed and edited by Nellie L.
Desdemona and Emilia struggle to navigate and survive in a violent, male-dominated world—one of the few scenes in Shakespeare’s canon where women occupy the stage alone and unobserved.
Emma B. and Ronaldo T. in “Too Close for Comfort” by Bruce Boeck, directed by Nellie L., edited by Emma B.
In a tight spot, Ex and Wy come to terms with their relationship.
Oliver E., Zoe K. and Leilani W. in “The New Medium” by Dan McCabe, directed by Nellie L.
Miranda uses her psychic abilities and spirit energy to reach Adam and his girlfriend Samantha.
Please note: This performance contains some adult language.
Amouri E. in “Self-Reflection” by Amouri E., directed by Nellie L., edited by Amouri E.
Aidhan F.A., Georgina B., Cosima D., and Annabelle H., in “Boys & Girls” by Navah G., directed by Navah G.
(The scene you are about to see here was part of an entire read-through of “Boys & Girls” written by Navah G. The following students gathered over a Zoom call and recorded the play in its entirety: Emma B., George B., Georgina B., Cosima D., Aidhan F.A., Navah G., Annabelle H., Zoe K., Hudson K., Oliver E., Oliver G., and Nellie L. This is the final scene).
With Cammie as support, James’s mom asks him to come home after being kicked out.
Please note: This performance contains some adult themes and language.
Instrumental Music Spring 2020
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Track Notes:
All tracks produced using Soundtrap
Heard: A collaboration by Emmanuel, Anna, Harrison and Ryder
United: All tracks produced by Daria
Iron Giant: A collaboration by Tim, Max and Josh
Keep Fishin (Weezer):A collaboration by Ava, Tim, Gianna and Miles.
Tim – vocals & electric guitar
Gianna – acoustic guitar
Ava – bass
Hey Jessie: A collaboration by Stella, Leah and Mary
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Track Notes:
Police Brutality: Created and produced by Erin and Zach
Minneapolis: A collaboration by Luc, Julien and Jack S
Artist Statement:
We wanted to honor the memory of George Floyd with this song. We started by laying down a simple track then added and expanded as we went. The song was not planned out but felt out. We used our ear to add and build on to a track in order to form a song.
Grandma’s Ocean Wave: A collaboration by Sophie, Sam and Armant
Züme: A collaboration by Marlo, Harvey and Eli
3 Months: A collaboration by by Ethan, Dylan, Alexa and Acadia
Artist Statement:
We built this song off of a series of chords on the acoustic guitar. Then we added some Alto Saxophone and Jazz Brushes. We recorded the vocals and added some effects. “3 Months” presents the emotions of our group over the last three months.
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Heart of Life (John Mayer): Arranged, recorded and produced by Jack T. All instruments and vocals performed by Jack T.
Sheer Luck: Co-composed and recorded by Jack T, Zander and Luc for an Honors Project.
Lyrics by Zander
Produced by Jack T using Soundtrap
Jack T – guitars, vocals
Zander – bass, vocals
Luc (aka tempo man) – drums, human metronome
Taking Time, Dancing, While you’re outside: Composed and performed by Gus & Dom for their Senior Project
Part 1-4 Sad, Happy, Angry, Hopeful: Composed and performed by Katie for her Senior Project
For Mush: Written, recorded and produced by Amouri.
All vocals, guitars and bass line – recorded by Amouri
Drums – produced by Amouri using Logic Pro X
Keep Fishin (Weezer): A collaboration by Ava, Tim, Gianna and Miles. Tracked and produced using Soundtrap.
Tim – vocals & electric guitar
Gianna – acoustic guitar
Ava – bass
Falling Out of Love: Written, recorded and produced by Mawena.
All vocals and guitars – recorded by Mawena
Drums & bass – produced by Mawena using Soundtrap
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Testify
Composer: Rage Against the Machine
Recorded on March 12, 2020 at Charlton St.
Performed by the 10th grade rock band
Hudson – vocals
Levi – guitar 1
Marlo – guitar 2
Henry T – guitar 3
Harvey – bass
Z – drums
Stone Cold Crazy
Composer: Queen
Recorded March 10, 2020 at Charlton St.
Performed by 11-12th grade rock band
Michelle – vocal
Foster – guitar (2nd solo)
Spencer – guitar (1st solo)
Gwen – bass
Jack T – drums
Superstition
Composer: Stevie Wonder
Recorded on December 12, 2019 at Charlton St.
Performed by the 11th and 12th grade jazz, blues & soul band
Guest Artist, Emiliano Vernizzi – saxophone
Amouri – vocals
Luc – drums
Cole – guitar
Acadia – vibraphone
Max – keyboard (clavinet)
Ariella – keyboard (rhodes)
Julien – bass
Just the Two of Us
Composer: Bill Withers & Grover Washington
Performed by 11th & 12th Grade, which is..
Nina – vocals & trumpet
Cole – saxophone
Annabelle – flute & aux percussion
Foster – keyboard
Ethan – guitar
Zander – bass
Yannik – drums
Henry B – conga
You Know I’m No Good
Composer: Amy Weinhouse
Performed by: 10th Grade jazz blues & soul band, which is
Bella – vocals
Miles H – keyboard
Armant – bass
Mason L – drums
Vocal Music Spring 2020
Welcome to the Vocal Music Studio
Mawena – Falling Out of Love
Jack T. – Heart Of Life (John Mayer)
Drama Spring 2020
- 9th Grade: Intro to Theatre
- 10th Grade: Intro to Comedy Acting
- 11th Grade: Acting, Directing & Playwriting
9th Grade Drama: Intro to Theatre
In this class, students engage in an experiential investigation into the art of theatre-making. Emphasis is placed on communication through voice and movement, vocal projection and articulation, stage presence, expression and gesture. For the culminating project, each student created an original monologue that was performed “live” for the class.
Please note: Some of these performances may contain adult themes and language.
Original Monologues
In Art 10: Introduction to Comedy, students played theater games, studied types and forms of humor, studied clowning and the history of comedy (including the genius of Buster Keaton), explored existing texts and plays, read “Waiting for Godot” and created original pieces based on a theme or prompt. Though physically distanced this trimester, we explored many ways to be together “in the room” through improvisations and dance parties or discussions and debates in breakout rooms. There was always room for a bit of silliness, because, quite frankly, comedy was an important outlet during LREI@Home. It was a total joy to teach these hilarious, talented, generous and brave 10th graders: they created some wonderful work (some of which you will see here) and I look forward to seeing them all next year.
PARODY
ENSEMBLE FIGHT CHALLENGE
COMMEDIA, CLOWNING AND IMPROV
LIP SYNC CHALLENGE
FINAL/INDEPENDENT PROJECTS
PARODY
Students explored how an imitation of a particular personality, topical moment, cultural phenomenon or genre might be mined for comic effect. Each student created their own film and revised/edited their work based on peer and teacher feedback.
ENSEMBLE FIGHT CHALLENGE
Inspired by a number of current video challenges out there right now, the Fight Challenge was a way for students to collaborate across the screen in a fun, creative and physical way, sending and receiving physical “prompts.” Nobody was harmed in making this video.
With Charlotte P., Oliver E., Hudson K., Joe R., Mason R., Rhyus G., and Miles H.
COMMEDIA, CLOWNING AND IMPROV:
Students explored the art of commedia and clowning by watching the streamed live production of “One Man Two Guvnors” as well as the American Theatre Wing mini-documentary on Clowning. Students also dissected three of Buster Keaton’s famous short films and the art of the gag. Students then created a clown character/persona where they could attempt physical feats, make us laugh, juggle or simply interact with household objects in ridiculous and peculiar ways.
“Clown Ensemble Collage” featuring Charlotte P., Hudson K., Joe R., Mason R., Miles H., Oliver E., and Rhyus G.
LIP SYNC CHALLENGE
The Lip Sync Challenge required students to physically interpret an existing piece of audio, using the tools of pantomime. Students chose politicians, cartoon characters and bizarre songs/memes.
With Rhyus G., Hudson K., Oliver E., and Miles H.
FINAL/INDEPENDENT PROJECTS
Final Projects were completely student driven and based on interest in types and forms of humor/modes of expression.
11th Grade Drama: Acting, Directing & Playwriting
Please note: Some of these performances may contain adult themes and language.
PLAYWRITING & PERFORMANCE:
Students created Theatrical Stills designing setting, costumes, and make-up, then crafted original monologues, bringing to life their characters.
CHARACTERIZATION
Monologue performances from published plays, musicals, television and film.
Cosima D: “One of those no neck monsters hit me with a hot buttered biscuit so I have t’a change.” Maggie’s opening monologue (Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, A1S1)
Aidhan A: “I Have That Feeling” Ben Davis’ opening monologue after his release from the sanitarium. (From Ozark S3E1)
Olivia B: “I’m Going to Stop You There” Nora Fanshaw’s monologue about societal pressures on mothers. (Marriage Story)
Marcus M: Lucifer Yells at God. (Lucifer, S1E9)
Sadye R: “You Said You Loved Me” Carrie Bradshaw’s Big Mac break-up with Big (Sex and the City)
Stella P: “I was like you once.” Lynette ‘Squeaky’ Fromme’s monologue (Assassins by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman)
IMPROVS & SCENE WORK
Students worked on a series of in-class improvisations and scenes inspired by the genius of Buster Keaton, The Keystone Kops, Charlie Chaplin, as well as the queens of comedy Lucille Ball and Carol Burnett, along with contemporary performers whom we admire for their comedic courage and lasting impact. Here’s an example of an in-class improv from the beginning of the trimester.
In-Class Improv – Family Road Trip: Nuts & Seeds
EMBRACE YOUR INNER CLOWN
BEFORE & AFTER CLOWN:
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