Hannah Miller '15

Roles: Assistant Brute, Rodent of Unusual Size (R.O.U.S.) and Foley Artist

Q. What has been the most fun piece of preparing for this production?

A. I'm in charge of the Foley artists, and it's really fun to play around with the sound effects. We have drums and maracas, for instance, to make different sound effects that aren't digital. It's been really cool.

Q. What is the most interesting aspect of the story?

A. I think the torture machine scene is really funny, kinda gruesome, too, but really funny. In this play, the people get to be the things, like the torture machine. So we build this machine out of people on the stage, and they get to make the movements of the machine; so it almost looks like the people are doing the torturing.

Q. Why should friends and family come see The Princess Bride?

A. I think it's an interesting story for adults because it's funny and humorous, and for kids, there's a lot of fighting and sports and action. There's something for everyone, and I think everybody will like it. 

On Wednesday, November 20, the Kindergarten Penguins and Polar Bears traveled to Braddock Glen Assisted Living Center. Teachers Barbie, Carrie, Mandy and Tracy devised a fun-filled agenda that helped demonstrate to the students not only that they are part of a larger community, but also how they have the ability to make their community a better place by sharing their time, talents and kindness. 

Many thanks to everyone who donated a bicycle to Bikes for the World on Saturday, November 16. With support from more than 25 Middle School students (and almost a dozen parents), we collected, repaired, and donated approximately 60 bikes, which will help people in need around the world gain access to school, work and health care. Thank you!

Sarah King in Disney's High School Musical

Sarah King '19 is performing in Mount Vernon Community Children's Theatre's production of Disney's High School Musical this weekend. The play features students of East High, who must deal with issues of love, friends, and family while balancing their classes and extra curricular activities. Troy, the resident jock, and brainy Gabriella cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the "status quo," Troy and Gabriella's alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well. Burgundy's Technology Support and Integration Specialist Austin Fodrie is the production's stage manager. Click here for more information.

Annette Hasnas in A Midsummer Night's Dream

Annette Hasnas '15 is performing in Synetic Theater's Teen Company production of A Midsummer Night's Dream this December. The Teen Company follows in the footsteps of Synetic's mainstage with a silent retelling of the fantastical, darkly playful story of love, mistaken identity and the supernatural! In a magical forest, four lost lovers and a group of amateur actors stumble into the middle of a fight between the King and Queen of the fairies and find themselves being manipulated by a mischievous changeling child. The original mainstage production was nominated for nine Helen Hayes awards in 2010. Click here for more information. 

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Burgundy Dads are gathering again to play basketball in the Gym on Thursday, December 5, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Come on out for some fun and a good workout. Please RSVP to Jerry Casagrande (jerry@carrotseed.net), so we will know how many plan to come. There is a $10 suggested donation to help cover the cost of the court reservation.