By David Overton
Our showcase features our talented High School Theatre Classes in a range of dynamic performances. Shakespeare in Shorts offers a fast-paced, hilarious, and modern take on the works of William Shakespeare. Playwright David Overton has expertly crafted this production to make the Bard's classic material easy to digest for both young actors and their audience. The play uses witty narrators (wearing shorts, naturally) to guide the cast and audience through iconic, bite-sized scenes from plays like Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet, with a touch of The Tempest thrown in. This production proves that Shakespeare is still relatable, relevant, and thoroughly entertaining—making it the perfect first introduction to his work.
Join us for an evening of bold creativity and dynamic performances at our IB Theatre Arts Works in Progress Showcase! Featuring original Collaborative Projects and powerful Solo Theatre Pieces, this showcase highlights the artistry, dedication, and innovation of our IB theatre students.
It's our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
With music and lyrics by Tony Award-nominee Eddie Perfect and a book by Tony Award-nominated pair Anthony King and Scott Brown, Beetlejuice was nominated for eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical. A viral "sucks-yes" on social media, this musical struck a chord with young theatre lovers who adored its unabashed humor and emotional honesty.
Get ready for a night of music, mayhem, and mystery at Spotlight Supper! Not only will you enjoy an unforgettable evening, but you'll also be helping us raise funds for our Spring Musical!
Tickets are now on sale! You can purchase in person in room Q105 through Ms. Sowers, or online HERE!
PLUS... the big reveal of our 2026 Spring Musical will take place at Spotlight Supper! You won't want to miss it!