Gator Drama
 

GMS EXTRA-CURRICULAR DRAMA 2016-2017

In addition to our Drama curriculum, offered each term for every grade level, Gray Middle School offers a rich history of extra-curricular theatrical productions including a fall play and a spring musical.  Last spring debuted our first ever student directed play which is rarely seen at this, or even a high school level.  The interest generated among our students demonstrates their desire for experiential and creative challenges, a sense of purpose, and responsibility, which theatre provides. The benefits of such an extensive program helps students build their social, communication, and creative thinking skills, and has been shown to improve self-esteem as well as confidence in their academic abilities. 

 

DRAMA FACULTY TEAM

Producer & Director:

 Ms. Amanda Volpenhein, amanda.volpenhein@boone.kyschools.us

Music Director:  

 Mrs. Diana Kozar, diana.kozar@boone.kyschools.us

Choreography & Publicity:

Mrs. Michelle Gibbs, michelle.gibbs@boone.kyschools..us

 

WHO, WHAT AND WHEN?

• Productions are open to all interested 6th, 7th and 8th grade students who maintain passing grades in all subjects.  (same expectations as athletes)

• Performance opportunities include:  acting, singing, dancing, and student directing

• Technical opportunities include:  stage management, costuming, lighting, sound, set, props, hair & make-up, & special effects

• Administrative opportunities include: box office/publicity & house management

• Most cast rehearsals are on Mon/Tues/Thurs from 2:45-5:30pm and crew meetings are Wed/Fri from 2:45 to 4:30pm.  During tech week (the last week of rehearsals before opening night,) rehearsals are every day from 4-7:30pm. The fall show, Testing Gone Wild, features two one act plays and runs Dec 2-3 at Gray

• The spring musical, Mary Poppins, Jr. runs April 21-22 at Ryle

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PARENT COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

Our main method of parent communication for each production is REMIND to which all parents and students are encouraged to sign up for, allowing them to receive text messages regarding updates throughout the rehearsal process.  Email is also used to stay connected and any parent or student can send a message through school email, or REMIND.

EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENTS

• Be safe, respectful and responsible towards peers, property, and staff

• Maintain a positive attitude and productive work ethic during rehearsals and peformances

• Attendance at rehearsals

• Follow guidelines for qualification in extra-curriculars (see GMS Student Handbook).

 

EXPECTATION FOR PARENTS

• Attend the Drama Club Parent meeting on Thursday, September 8th at 6:30 pm

• Pick up your child in a timely fashion at the end of each rehearsal or performance

• Communicate with director by email, phone, or note if your child has to miss a rehearsal

• Keep up with all Drama Club electronic or written communications

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PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

• School dance chaperone to earn $500 for Drama program, minimum of 10 parents needed, exact date for 2016-17 school year is January 20

• Opening night dinner coordinators

• Costume pick up & return to The Costume Gallery in Newport, KY

“Strike” assistance following closing night to organize and return all items to GMS or elsewhere.