On Saturday, November 16, the Middle School theatre program took the stage at the Junior International Thespian Society (ITS) District Competition, showcasing their exceptional talent and passion for the performing arts. The MVA troupe walked away with 12 Excellents, three Superiors, and two Top Honors. Thank you to Mr. Adrian Wright-Ahern, Ms. Jessie Birt, and Mr. Aubrey Connelly-Candelario for their efforts in preparing these students for the competition.
Below are the ratings of the MVA troupe. Those indicated as District Finalists will go on to compete in the Junior ITS State Competition on February 15, 2025:
Good
Scenic Design for “Willy Wonka Jr.” – Connor Burke
Excellent
“Electra” – Juliette Carillo (District Finalist)
“Pops” – Trey Foster (District Finalist)
“Rosaline Wrecked It All” – Mallory Matthews (District Finalist)
“America’s Beauty Expert” – Anika Gupta and Sahana Penmetsa
“This Phone Will Explode at the Tone” – Alexis Eastham, Keira Bart, Leah Terry, and Maheeba Minhas
“Home” – Ziliana Hinds
“One Perfect Moment” – Julissa Said
“Space Between” – Elena Areinamo and Keira Reed
“Golden Age of Chocolate” – Ava Pergram, Callan Matthews, Elayne Castillo, Izel Lalani, and Rafaella Botaro
“Chillin’ Like a Villain” – Ava Sedo, Isabell Wojnowski, Kendall Nailos, and Kyndle Martinez
Costume Design for “Legally Blonde Jr.” – Safiya Benmoussa
Publicity Design for “Oliver!” – Livia Yan
Superior
“Gorgeous” – Sophia Gil (District Finalist)
“Fish” – Thor Wernek (District Finalist)
“Elevator Games” – Evan Langfeld, Owen Sorg, and Thatcher Smith (District Finalists)
Top Honors
“Elevator Games” – Evan Langfeld, Owen Sorg, and Thatcher Smith (District Finalists)
“Fish” – Thor Wernek (District Finalist)