Drama Programs
Productions
Current Productions
Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic
Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic
Written by Matt Cox
Puffs is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
The critically acclaimed and audience-beloved play Puffs: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic captivates audiences with its unique blend of humor, heart, wizardry, spellbinding charm and clever wit promising to be an unforgettable theatrical experience. Puffs tells the story of the underdog heroes at a certain well-known school of magic and magic, offering a fresh and humorous perspective on the fantastical world that has captivated millions. Whatever house you are in, all audience members are sure to thoroughly enjoy this funny, quirky, irreverent show.
Content warning: Swearing, some references to sexual content, dark themes
Join us for the show January 30- February 1 and February 6-8 at 7pm and February 1 and 8 at 2pm in the MIHS Performing Arts Center.
Please visit our ticketing website to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets may also be purchased using the QR code on our publicity materials.
Cast performance schedule:
Thursday, January 30th at 7pm- Cast We Are Not a Threat
Friday, January 31st at 7pm- Cast Please Be Our Friend
Saturday, February 1st at 2pm- Cast Please Be Our Friend
Saturday, February 1st at 7pm- Cast We Are Not a Threat
Thursday, February 6th at 7pm- Cast Please Be Our Friend
Friday, February 7th at 7pm- Cast We Are Not a Threat
Saturday, February 8th at 2pm- Cast We Are Not a Threat
Saturday, February 8th at 7pm- Cast Please Be Our Friend
Previous Productions
- Little Shop of Horrors
- Little Women
- Monty Python's Spamalot
- And A Child Shall Lead
- Grease
- The Playwright Project
- Shakespeare in Love
- Servant of Two Masters
Little Shop of Horrors
Hungry for some delicious musical theater?
Come join the MIHS Drama department and devour this hilarious sci-fi dark comedy.
Little Shop of Horrors has delighted audiences around the world for
over 30 years with its iconic music and humor.
Can Seymour balance the lure of success with his moral compass?
Find out November 14th -16th and November 21st - 23rd.
Shows are at 7pm with 2pm matinees on Saturdays in the MIHS PAC.
And, whatever they offer you don’t feed the plant!
Content warning: References to abuse, violence, and death. Not for sensitive viewers.
Please visit our ticketing website to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets may also be purchased using the QR code on our publicity materials.
Want a chance to join us onstage?!?!? The Mercer Island Schools Drama Boosters are auctioning off a walk-on role in our show! That’s right, should you win: you, or a loved one of your choosing, will be on stage (devoured by Audrey 2).
Choose a date that suits you, and let the bidding begin. Should you decide to bid on behalf of someone else, please be sure to get their permission before you volunteer them. Click on this link!
Cast performance schedule:
Thursday, November 14th, 7pm- Cast Nitrous
Friday, November 15th, 7pm- Cast Oxide
Saturday, November 16th, 2pm- Cast Oxide
Saturday, November 16th, 7pm- Cast Nitrous
Thursday, November 21st, 7pm- Cast Oxide
Friday, November 22nd, 7pm- Cast Nitrous
Saturday, November 23rd, 2pm- Cast Nitrous
Saturday, November 23rd, 7pm- Cast Oxide
Little Women
Winter Production: Little Women
Please join the MIHS Drama department as they perform Little Women, the loved and famous story by American author Lousia May Alcott. The four March daughters—Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy—continue to live in the hearts of readers, causing smiles and tears, triumph and tragedy as they grow up, fall in love and face life. This classic American tale will touch the hearts of young and old alike.
Please visit our ticketing website to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets may also be purchased using the QR code on our poster. Cast/Crew list can be found here.
Cast performance schedule:
Thursday, February 1st at 7pm: Cast Paris
Friday, February 2nd at 7pm: Cast New York
Saturday, February 3rd at 2pm: Cast New York
Saturday, February 3rd at 7pm: Cast Paris
Thursday, February 8th at 7pm: Cast New York
Friday, February 9th at 7pm: Cast Paris
Saturday, February 10th at 2pm: Cast Paris (Tiger Yang as Mr. Laurence)- ASL interpreted
Saturday, February 10th at 7pm: Cast New York (Greg Chvany as Mr. Laurence)
Monty Python's Spamalot
Lovingly ripped from the film classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot has everything that makes a great knight at the theatre, from flying cows to killer rabbits, British royalty to French taunters.
Come look on the bright side of life November 9th-11th and 16th-18th at 7pm in the PAC at Mercer Island High School. Plague not included.
And A Child Shall Lead
Grease
The Playwright Project
Shakespeare in Love
Penniless and indebted to two demanding producers, struggling young playwright William Shakespeare is tormented by writer’s block until he meets the beautiful Viola de Lesseps, daughter of a wealthy merchant, whose fiery passion for poetry and drama leaves her secretly longing to be an actor. Both are despondent when they learn that Viola’s father has promised her to the stuffy Lord Wessex in order to gain a title for their family. Under the veil of secrecy, Will and Viola’s passionate love affair becomes the basis of the very play he is writing – Romeo and Juliet. With opening night – and the wedding day – fast approaching, the plots race toward a parallel conclusion. Will it all work out in the end or are the two star-crossed lovers destined for tragedy?
Tickets can be purchased by:
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Clicking on the QR code on our publicity materials or by following this link. Please follow the directions carefully in order to receive your ticket receipt.
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We encourage you to purchase tickets in advance.
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Student tickets $10, adult tickets $17, MISD staff tickets $10
April 27th, 7pm: Cast Globe
April 28th, 7pm: Cast Rose (ASL interpreted performance)
April 29th, 2pm: Cast Rose
April 29th, 7pm: Cast Globe
May 4th, 7pm: Cast Rose
May 5th, 7pm: Cast Globe (ASL interpreted performance)
May 6th, 2pm: Cast Globe
May 6th, 7pm: Cast Rose
Our sincere thanks to NW Lifestyle Homes and the Mercer Island Community Fund for their generous support of the production.
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Will: Milo Mechem-Miller |
Will: Mia Vorkoper |
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Viola: Sadie Jensen |
Viola: Molly Atkinson |
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Viola’s Nurse: Madi Chew |
Viola’s Nurse: Brielle Gradek |
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Wessex: Annabel Rimmer |
Wessex: Kyle Gerstel |
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Kit Marlowe: Christopher Burnside |
Kit Marlowe: Christopher Burnside |
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Henslowe: Jonathan Aggar |
Henslowe: Jonathan Aggar |
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Fennyman: Jada Jorgensen |
Fennyman: Jada Jorgensen |
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Lambert/Sir Robert de Lesseps/Burbage’s heavy/Abraham: Colin Dowdy |
Lambert/Sir Robert de Lesseps/Burbage’s heavy/Abraham: Colin Dowdy |
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Frees/Wabash/Quickly/Molly/Lady in Waiting: Sam Chandar |
Frees/Wabash/Quickly/Molly/Lady in Waiting: Sam Chandar |
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Kate/Lady Waiting/Guard 2/Heavy/Adam/Gregory: Ruball Dhillon |
Kate/Lady Waiting/Guard 2/Heavy/Adam/Gregory: Ruball Dhillon |
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Burbage/Guard: Chase Urban |
Burbage/Guard: Chase Urban |
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Queen Elizabeth/John Webster: Abby Weiss |
Queen Elizabeth/John Webster: Abby Weiss |
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Ned Alleyn/Mercutio/Fight captain: Alec Martin |
Ned Alleyn/Mercutio/Fight captain: Alec Martin |
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Valentine/Peter//Tybalt/Guard 1/Heavy: Giovee Roque |
Valentine/Peter//Tybalt/Guard 1/Heavy: Giovee Roque |
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Ralph/Catling/Juliet’s Nurse/Petruchio: Greg Chvany |
Ralph/Catling/Juliet’s Nurse/Petruchio: Greg Chvany |
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Proteus/Nol/Benvolio/Sampson: Zoya Firasta |
Proteus/Nol/Benvolio/Sampson: Zoya Firasta |
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Sam/Juliet: Katie McGuire |
Sam/Juliet: Katie McGuire |
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Tilney/Bartender: Paige Kirby |
Tilney/Bartender/Server: Paige Kirby |
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Robin/Rower/Lady Capulet: Meredith Weaver |
Robin/Rower/Lady Capulet: Meredith Weaver |
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Dog: Olivia Ramsey |
Dog: Olivia Ramsey |
Servant of Two Masters
Spring Production: Servant of two Masters
Please join MIHS’ Drama Department as they present their spring play, The Servant of Two Masters, by Carlo Goldoni and translated by Edward J. Dent. A timeless comedy about love, passion and mistaken identity, The Servant of Two Masters tells the story of Truffaldino, who takes on two masters in order to get a good meal. Chaos, confusion and hilarity ensue. Pulling from the Italian tradition of commedia dell’arte, this show uses improvisation and mask work to tell its colorful and fun tale. Come join the laughter.
Please visit our ticketing website to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets may also be purchased using the QR code on our poster. Cast/Crew list can be found here.
Cast performance schedule:
Thursday, April 25th at 7pm: Cast Zanni
Friday, April 26th at 7pm: Cast Vecchi
Saturday, April 27th at 2pm: Cast Vecchi
Saturday, April 27th at 7pm: Cast Zanni
Thursday, May 2nd at 7pm: Cast Vecchi
Friday, May 3rd at 7pm: Cast Zanni
Saturday, May 4th at 2pm: Cast Zanni
Saturday, May 4th at 7pm: Cast Vecchi
Drama Program
The Drama department at Mercer Island High School is open to all students, regardless of skill level. We believe that the creative process behind theatre helps build lifelong learners and collaborators.
Through the offerings in our program, we strive to:
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Provide an educational experience which enables all students to grow personally through creative self-expression.
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Provide students with opportunities to develop skills in all aspects of theatre arts, including acting, singing, dancing, improvisational, and technical theatre skills through rigorous coursework and live performances.
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Give students instruction and experience in collaborative work, self-discipline, and leadership.
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Prepare students to be well-rounded, contributing members of the community, as well as theatre professionals.
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Be inclusive of all cultures and backgrounds in our community as we take risks to address relevant social issues through theatrical exploration and performance.
Course Offerings
Here are the courses we offer
Dance Production and Choreography
Students will develop and practice basic dance skills in a variety of dance styles, including jazz, salsa, ballet, tap, modern and hip-hop. The course will also include techniques in choreography, as well as dance history, helping students to understand varied dance forms as a reflection of culture and history. Students choreograph their own pieces, develop and deliver performance critiques, and participate in performances. Students will create, produce, and mount a full-scale theatrical dance production for public performance. This course includes instruction on stage make-up techniques, costume design and construction, lighting design, stagecraft, advertising, budget development, and front of the house management. Students have the opportunity to perform, direct, and manage the business of a full-scale dance production in the fall semester. In the spring semester, students will choreograph a full-length production. All levels welcome.
Drama Improv
Through drama games and improvisations, you will learn to “think on your feet,” improve focus and concentration ability, and collaborate with others. In-class activities promote development of listening and memorization skills. Activities will help you build confidence and self-esteem. You do not need to be an actor to take this class. It is for all skill levels and abilities. Each unique semester builds on knowledge acquired through the course of the year. In-class work helps you prepare for an Improv Show at the end of the semester.
Drama 1: Actors Studio
This course offers you the fundamentals of acting and improvisation, text study and analysis (monologues, scenes, and full plays), working with dramatic structure, and preparing for auditions. Activities are designed to sharpen skills in concentration, communication, collaboration, vocal and physical expressiveness, critical thinking and creative problem-solving. Each unique semester builds on knowledge acquired through the course of the year. Students who complete Drama 1 successfully are encouraged to audition for Drama 2.
Drama 2: Advanced Drama
This performance-based program explores a wide range of approaches to developing your artistic voice as a theatre actor. Drama 2 students are expected to dedicate significant outside-of-class-time to rehearse and perform in the winter/spring productions. When appropriate, you will train with professional artists in such specialized areas as mask work, singing and dancing, playwriting, and stage combat. As opportunities arise, you will work collaboratively to create original theatre pieces for in-school and/or other public performances.
Theatre Technology 1
This is a project-based, hands-on opportunity for students with a serious interest in learning about the basic technical elements of lighting and sound, set building, scene painting, costume design and construction, and marketing for theatre. Opportunities are available for you to learn to program light cues, operate power tools, engineer sound, use a sewing machine, and more. Outside of class time is encouraged, especially when working on Drama Department productions. Flexible time options are available for students who set up independent contracts with the Drama staff.
Theatre Technology 2
Technical Theatre 2 offers students the opportunities to expand and hone their craft. Students will explore advanced set design and construction techniques, a design process transforming a script into a reality, and the leadership skills necessary to be a productive member of a production team. Students apply, analyze, and assist in the creation of a unifying concept for a production in one or more of the following disciplines: lighting, sound, properties, set construction, special effects, rigging, graphic design, costumes, make-up, theatre management or stage management. Students may choose a technical theatre focus, assist, and then lead the design process for a main stage production. At the end of the course, students will create a portfolio to showcase their work and prepare them for the technical theatre workforce.
