SD/STD INFORMATION

Thank you for your interest in working as a student director or student technical director for the 2024 fall play.

THE GIVER is a drama by Eric Coble, adapted from the novel by Lois Lowry.  

Jonas's world is perfect. Everything is under control and safe. There is no war or fear or pain. There are also no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community. But when Jonas turns 12, he is chosen for special training from The Giver—to receive and keep the memories of the community. The Giver is the only person who holds the memories of real pain and real joy. Now Jonas will learn the truth about life—and the hypocrisy of his utopian world. Through this astonishing and moving adaptation, discover what it means to grow up, to grow wise, and to take control of your own destiny.

The cast, student directors, and student technical directors will meet during the week of August 19.  All cast, student directors, and student technical directors should also attend the work day on Saturday, August 24, starting at 9 a.m.   Rehearsals for the cast (and student directors) will take place Monday through Friday beginning the week of August 19 and running through the week of September 30.  Work days for technicians (and student tech directors) will be held on Saturdays and on week days when school is not in session (Monday, September 2). 

The show will be performed for junior high students on October 3 and 4.  The production will be performed for the public on Thursday through Saturday, October 3 through 5, at 7:00 p.m. in the Belleville West Performing Arts Center.   

Please complete all questions in the application form no later than FRIDAY, AUGUST 16.  

Be aware that being a part of the fall play requires a commitment of your time throughout the rehearsal process.  We will have daily rehearsals for a period of approximately seven weeks.  Much like playing on a team or performing with a musical group, staging a play requires a dedication of your time.  

If you have questions, please email Mr. Lodle at jlodle@bths201.org or Mr. Klein at jklein@bths201.org.

Mr. John Lodle & Mr. Jamie Klein

Directors