Moorhead High School Theater Blog

“A paradise untouched by man, in this world blessed with love. A simple life, we live in peace.”

The collaborative nature of this process has been so beautiful. Check out the work of Becca Green, Jordan Green, Alyssa Nystrom Miller, Brion Krause, Kels Anderson, Kelsy Hewitt, Meleah LaPlante, Annie Richards, Louie Lauer, Angela N Schulz, Andrew Tichy, Brian Cole, Minkus Valan, Brandon Thompson, Robby Njos and 120+ young artists and their families. When you put that many talented people in a room, something gorgeous will surely emerge!

TARZAN swings onto the stage this weekend!

“In learning you will teach
And in teaching you will learn.  
You’ll find your place beside the ones you love.”

(From “Son of Man” lyrics by Phil Collins, , TARZAN film soundtrack)

So much learning and teaching has happened in the last 5 weeks. Here’s a behind-the-scenes glimpse into our process, created by our Tarzan – Devon Solwold.

Advanced ticket sales began today for button holders! Button holders can buy tickets on our Box Office page.

When you are involved in the fall musical, EM Break is definitely NOT a break!

We had the honor of working with Johnny Pickett from Flying by Foy, a company based out of Vegas.  “Johnny P” and Foy are the premier flying company in the nation – flying performers from the Super Bowl halftimes to Broadway shows. Many current theatre dads and even a past theatre dads (THANKS FRANK PIERCE)  will be working the ropes backstage during the production.

While this break was filled with a lot of hard work, there was still many traditions honored. We bonded over Duane’s pizza, swimming at a pool party, creating blanket forts, and a kickball tournament (a new tradition!?).

Also over EM “Break”, Moorhead High Theater received free tickets and transportation to Minneapolis to see the Broadway production of The Little Mermaid.  Company members were also lucky to work with Minneapolis theatre professionals (and former Little Mermaid cast members) Tyler Michaels and Caroline Innerbichler in a workshop setting. Michaels and Innerbichler provided valuable acting advice.  A huge “thank you” to Hennepin Theatre Trust’s Spotlight Musical Theatre program for a great day of performances and learning.

On behalf of the entire company, we send a sincere thank you to the parents and volunteers who come in to help with costuming and the set, who brought treats, and who hosted cast get togethers. Thank you to alumni as well for stopping by and for penning the many letters filled with love and support through out this week! The bond in this theater family gets stronger and stronger everyday.

ATTENTION STUDENTS IN GRADES 1 – 5

BE A PART OF THE TARZAN CAST AND CREW AT “TRASHING THE CAMP”

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 at 12:00 pm MOORHEAD HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM

COST: $40 PER STUDENT

Includes participation in all camp activities, one youth ticket for November 15 matinee performance, Trashing the Camp t-shirt, tribal craft, face painting, special snack at intermission.

“Trashing the Camp” Activities Include:

• Pre-show backstage tour with the cast and crew
• Tribal crafts and face painting
• Learning a song (which you will sing along with the cast during the matinee performance)
• Attending the afternoon’s TARZAN performance in a premium reserved seat

Camp tickets can be purchased online at http://www.moorheadschools.org or
by calling 218-284-2255.
Choose the November 15 TARZAN performance and look for “Trashing the Camp” seats.
IMPORTANT: During the Nov 15, 2:00 PM performance, camp attendees will sit in a group with assigned adult supervisors. Other family members should purchase their own individual seats. The camp will end immediately following the 2:00 PM performance – approximately 4:00 P.M.