As the final curtain falls and the spotlight dims on the stage, the season comes to a spectacular end for the Marist Theater Guild. This year saw two standout productions: the fall play, Clue, and the spring musical, Bye Bye Birdie.
Marist Theater Guild Director Ms. Erin Kelly says, “In Clue and Bye Bye Birdie, there was a tremendous amount of ensemble work needed along with comedic timing. To see the students grow in this area and become so confident in their performance was a proud moment.”
The Marist Theater Guild has also come together this year. They’ve cried, laughed, and just enjoyed each other.
“A big accomplishment is the students of the Marist Theatre Guild growing together as a family. They have really built a community this year supporting each other,” Kelly says.
Sophomore Kevin Curley performed in Bye Bye Birdie as Albert Peterson.
“My best moment was getting the lead in the musical. That was unreal. I screamed, I cried a little, it was amazing,” Curley said.
The performers may have struggled at times during rehearsals, but it was worth it.
“It was a lot of work and it seemed like too much at times, but in the end I had so much fun and I am so happy the show worked out so well,” Curley said.
Directors and members of the show have deep love for each and every show, especially their time with one another. This season the members have seen each other at their best and worst, and have grown immensely from it. They have accomplished not only wonderful productions, but wonderful relationships.
“I love everything about theater. The people, the place, the directors. I love coming together with my friends. It’s never boring, even when I say I don’t wanna be there I always miss it. I always end up sobbing at the end of each show because I know it’ll never be like that again, but it always just gets better,” Curley says.
“My favorite moment was how the whole cast and crew come together as a family closing night during senior prayer. The pillar of Family Spirit is overflowing at this moment,” Kelly says.
