Letter from the Director: Welcome to the stage debut of Dear Future Me,!  I am very excited for this play to come to life for all of you!  At Westerly High School, 12th grade students are to complete a senior project as a graduation requirement.  I knew without a doubt my senior project would involvoe the arts.  At first I was unsure how I would do this.  The goal of a senior project is to learn something new, and I have ben participationg in theater for over 10 years!  I decided I would take this opportunity to step off the stage as a performer and take on the role of director.  That still didn't satsify me, however.  I wanted to incorporate more of my interests into this show, so I took my love for writing and chose to write this play myself.  I  knew I needed to write something with an impact on the audience.  My favorite part of portraying a role and being an actress is how my performance makes the audience feel.  I find the greatest reward in leaving the people watching with a new idea, a new value or a new perspective.  Whether that is teaching younger kids that "The Sun'll Come Out Tomorrow!" in Annie or opening the  eyes of society be arguing sides of a legal case in 12 Angry Jurors, I look forward to making an impact on all people.  In Dear Future Me, I wanted to take on a topic that many of my peers understand and have been experiencing -- the reality of the emotions behind finishing high school and starting a new chapter in our lives.  I feel that, although an exciting time, it is also overwhelming and every goes through the process at a different pace.  I wanted this play to show and reassure the audience that moving at your own pace is okay! I incorporated the younger version of the protagonist to spotlight the changes that occur as people mature while focusing on the growth we all must experience and to inspire the continuation of those dreams formed as such a young age.

I am beyond proud of the cast an crew of this show.  I am truly honored to be able to direct these talented individuals, and I am grateful for their dedication to this play and their roles.  I apprecieate their hard work and motivation.  I am fortunate to not only be a part of this journey as their castmate but also as their friend.

I would like to thank Mr. Zemanek for everything he has done for me.  Mr. Zemanek has served as my mentor throughout this project, and I am truly appreciative of his guidance.  I am constantly inspired by him and his advice.  Throughout this process he has been encouraging and helpful.  I am forever grateful for the hours he as spent educating me and working alongside me.  He has truly been an incredible mentor, and I am very thankful for this unforgettable opportunity.