2016
Chorus Concert Mt. Ararat High School & Middle School Choruses Wed, Jan. 13, 7 pm
Beautiful and lively songs by talented students, directed by Kristen Thomas.
Beautiful and lively songs by talented students, directed by Kristen Thomas.
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra "Austro-Spanish Express"
Sun, Jan. 17, 2:30 pm Program: Beethoven:Symphony No. 1 in C major; Chabrier: España; de Falla:The Three-Cornered Hat, Suites 1&2 Ravel: Alborada del Gracioso Tickets: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. Image provided by MSO.)
Sun, Jan. 17, 2:30 pm Program: Beethoven:Symphony No. 1 in C major; Chabrier: España; de Falla:The Three-Cornered Hat, Suites 1&2 Ravel: Alborada del Gracioso Tickets: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. Image provided by MSO.)
All-District #75 Elementary Band Concert, with Mt. Ararat Jazz Band Wed, Jan. 20, 7 pm
All-district elementary school band —Williams-Cone, Harpswell, Bowdoinham, Bowdoin Central, and Woodside— will play. Directed by Dawne-Marie Powers. Concert is kicked off by the Mt. Ararat Jazz Band.
(Image by classroom clip art.)
National Geographic Geography Bee, Mt. Ararat Middle School Wednesday, Jan. 20, 8:30 am
Mr. Hale asks the questions, middle-schoolers come up with the answers, and one student eventually becomes the MAMS representative for the state-level Geography Bee. Parents should come in through the main office and get a Visitor Tag.
All-district elementary school band —Williams-Cone, Harpswell, Bowdoinham, Bowdoin Central, and Woodside— will play. Directed by Dawne-Marie Powers. Concert is kicked off by the Mt. Ararat Jazz Band.
(Image by classroom clip art.)
National Geographic Geography Bee, Mt. Ararat Middle School Wednesday, Jan. 20, 8:30 am
Mr. Hale asks the questions, middle-schoolers come up with the answers, and one student eventually becomes the MAMS representative for the state-level Geography Bee. Parents should come in through the main office and get a Visitor Tag.
District III High School Music Festival and Concert Fri, Jan. 29—Rehearsal Sat, Jan 30-- Concert at 3 pm
Maine Music Educators Association District III festival and concert. Auditioned musicians, instrumentalists and singers, from local high schools in Music District III rehearse and present a beautiful concert for the public. Tickets are $5, on sale Friday, 10-2, at the Orion, and at the door.
Maine Music Educators Association District III festival and concert. Auditioned musicians, instrumentalists and singers, from local high schools in Music District III rehearse and present a beautiful concert for the public. Tickets are $5, on sale Friday, 10-2, at the Orion, and at the door.
"Annie"
***Mt. Ararat Stage Company and Mt. Ararat Middle School Drama Club — combined Spring Musical
Fri, March 4, and Sat, March 5, 7 pm Sat, March 5 and Sun, March 6, 3 pm
Everyone’s favorite red-headed orphan comes to the Orion Performing Arts Center in Topsham, ME, for four performances from March 4-6, 2016. In a co-production between Mt. Ararat High School and Mt. Ararat Middle School, over 120 students will bring the beloved musical ‘Annie’ to the stage in one of largest productions ever produced by the Mt. Ararat Stage Company. Annie is the perfect family-friendly musical. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find her parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. She finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
‘Annie’ features a score by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charin, and a book by Thomas Meehan. The production is Directed and Choreographed by Adam P. Blais, with Production Management and Prop Design by Kristen J. Thomas, Musical Direction by Courtney Babbidge, Costume Design by Travis M. Grant, and Technical Direction by Jim Alexander.
The cast includes:
Middle School Red Cast: Friday March 4th, 7:00pm and Saturday March 5th, 3:00pm
Annie: Rachel Eaton, Molly:Bryn Roma, Kate: Lily Collier, Tessie: Jackie Ellsworth, Pepper: Olyvia Levasseur, July: Katie Lynch, Duffy: Kalie Appleby, Orphan Ensemble: Hope Allard, Anya Bachor, Leala Bamford, Camilla Ciembroniewicz, Anastastia Coombs, Cecelia Greeleaf, Katherine Hetherman, Katie Hertz, Maggie Libby, Abigail Lucas, Alyssa McCarthy, Savannah Sheen, Lauren Stewart
Middle School Blue Cast: Saturday March 5th, 7:00pm and Sunday March 6th, 3:00pm
Annie: Jackie Brochu, Molly: Mary Wheeler, Kate: Emma Hanna, Tessie: Delaney Jacobson, Pepper: Bronwyn Valade, July: Sylvette Dupe-Vete-Congolo, Duffy: Emily Bontatibus, Orphan Ensemble:Hilary Babb, Fern Beede, Kaylee Bergeron, Olivia Fusco, Mikaela Langston, Alyshia Lee, Amanda Ross, Meara Stockford, Barrett Thiboutot, Dee Whittemore,Jessica Whittemore, Annie Wilkins, Maggie York
High School, and Middle School Maids and Boys- All Performances
Daddy Warbucks: Markis Larrivee, Grace Farrell: Kelsie Dickey, Miss. Hannigan: Juliet Williams, Rooster: Daniel Blake, Lily St. Regis: Macey Downs, Ensemble: Connor Bolduc, Jack Herard, Griffin Downs, Kobi Appleby, Temple Miller-Hodgkins, Brett Raio, Daphne Thenor, Bailey Charron, Maddy Wilson, ChaCha Jerome, Kate Graeff, Elyssa Eldridge, Maddie Plant, Campbell Tankersley, Faith Williams, Alisha Braley, Alyssa Folger, Macy Galietta, Lauren Lemieux, Madysyn Rosenberg, Emily Smith, Lidiya Savchuk,Gabbie Head, Bella Shannon, Tegan Byrne, Sydney Bernier, Boys Ensemble: Samuel Cusano, Nick Cusano, Angel Ortiz III, Nathaniel Smith, Mason Surace, Tickets prices range from $5.00-$15.00.
***Mt. Ararat Stage Company and Mt. Ararat Middle School Drama Club — combined Spring Musical
Fri, March 4, and Sat, March 5, 7 pm Sat, March 5 and Sun, March 6, 3 pm
Everyone’s favorite red-headed orphan comes to the Orion Performing Arts Center in Topsham, ME, for four performances from March 4-6, 2016. In a co-production between Mt. Ararat High School and Mt. Ararat Middle School, over 120 students will bring the beloved musical ‘Annie’ to the stage in one of largest productions ever produced by the Mt. Ararat Stage Company. Annie is the perfect family-friendly musical. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find her parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. She finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
‘Annie’ features a score by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charin, and a book by Thomas Meehan. The production is Directed and Choreographed by Adam P. Blais, with Production Management and Prop Design by Kristen J. Thomas, Musical Direction by Courtney Babbidge, Costume Design by Travis M. Grant, and Technical Direction by Jim Alexander.
The cast includes:
Middle School Red Cast: Friday March 4th, 7:00pm and Saturday March 5th, 3:00pm
Annie: Rachel Eaton, Molly:Bryn Roma, Kate: Lily Collier, Tessie: Jackie Ellsworth, Pepper: Olyvia Levasseur, July: Katie Lynch, Duffy: Kalie Appleby, Orphan Ensemble: Hope Allard, Anya Bachor, Leala Bamford, Camilla Ciembroniewicz, Anastastia Coombs, Cecelia Greeleaf, Katherine Hetherman, Katie Hertz, Maggie Libby, Abigail Lucas, Alyssa McCarthy, Savannah Sheen, Lauren Stewart
Middle School Blue Cast: Saturday March 5th, 7:00pm and Sunday March 6th, 3:00pm
Annie: Jackie Brochu, Molly: Mary Wheeler, Kate: Emma Hanna, Tessie: Delaney Jacobson, Pepper: Bronwyn Valade, July: Sylvette Dupe-Vete-Congolo, Duffy: Emily Bontatibus, Orphan Ensemble:Hilary Babb, Fern Beede, Kaylee Bergeron, Olivia Fusco, Mikaela Langston, Alyshia Lee, Amanda Ross, Meara Stockford, Barrett Thiboutot, Dee Whittemore,Jessica Whittemore, Annie Wilkins, Maggie York
High School, and Middle School Maids and Boys- All Performances
Daddy Warbucks: Markis Larrivee, Grace Farrell: Kelsie Dickey, Miss. Hannigan: Juliet Williams, Rooster: Daniel Blake, Lily St. Regis: Macey Downs, Ensemble: Connor Bolduc, Jack Herard, Griffin Downs, Kobi Appleby, Temple Miller-Hodgkins, Brett Raio, Daphne Thenor, Bailey Charron, Maddy Wilson, ChaCha Jerome, Kate Graeff, Elyssa Eldridge, Maddie Plant, Campbell Tankersley, Faith Williams, Alisha Braley, Alyssa Folger, Macy Galietta, Lauren Lemieux, Madysyn Rosenberg, Emily Smith, Lidiya Savchuk,Gabbie Head, Bella Shannon, Tegan Byrne, Sydney Bernier, Boys Ensemble: Samuel Cusano, Nick Cusano, Angel Ortiz III, Nathaniel Smith, Mason Surace, Tickets prices range from $5.00-$15.00.
Band-O-Rama Thurs, March 10 7 pm concert (bands rehearse in the afternoon; performance at 7 pm)
High School bands from Mt. Ararat, Brunswick, and Morse (Bath) rehearse and present a stellar show for the community. A great, long-standing collaboration--don't miss!
Piano Recital -- Students of Linda Craig Mon, March 14, 6:15 pm
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
High School bands from Mt. Ararat, Brunswick, and Morse (Bath) rehearse and present a stellar show for the community. A great, long-standing collaboration--don't miss!
Piano Recital -- Students of Linda Craig Mon, March 14, 6:15 pm
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mainely Improv: On-the-Spot Comedy Friday, March 18, 7:30 pm
Comic situations are based entirely on audience suggestions. The performers improvise hysterical comedy before your eyes! Every show is different. Great Fun for the whole family! Adult $10; Student $5; Family of 4+$25. Presented by Orion Performing Arts Center and the Casco Team (8th grade) of Mt. Ararat Middle School--fundraiser for 8th-grade field trip to a live play at Merrill Auditorium. Concessions and bake sale by the 8th grade. Also, bring a non-perishable food item for Midcoast Hunger Prevention Project.
Comic situations are based entirely on audience suggestions. The performers improvise hysterical comedy before your eyes! Every show is different. Great Fun for the whole family! Adult $10; Student $5; Family of 4+$25. Presented by Orion Performing Arts Center and the Casco Team (8th grade) of Mt. Ararat Middle School--fundraiser for 8th-grade field trip to a live play at Merrill Auditorium. Concessions and bake sale by the 8th grade. Also, bring a non-perishable food item for Midcoast Hunger Prevention Project.
MSAD #75 Art Awards -- Reception and Ceremony Thurs, March 17, 5:30 pm View artwork created by students from the school district, enjoy a reception and attend the art awards ceremony at 6 pm.
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra "Pops Parade" Sun, March 20, 2:30 pm
Featuring Eric Hewitt, Guest Conductor. Program: Rossini: William Tell Overture; Berlioz: March to the Scaffold); Gershwin: An American in Paris; Williams: The Cowboys Overture; Strauss: Radetsky March, Op. 228 Gounoud: Funeral March of a Marionette; Tchaikovsky: 1812 Overture, Op.49. Tix: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. Tix: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at the door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Featuring Eric Hewitt, Guest Conductor. Program: Rossini: William Tell Overture; Berlioz: March to the Scaffold); Gershwin: An American in Paris; Williams: The Cowboys Overture; Strauss: Radetsky March, Op. 228 Gounoud: Funeral March of a Marionette; Tchaikovsky: 1812 Overture, Op.49. Tix: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at door. Tix: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at the door. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat Middle School Band Concert 7th & 8th-Grade, 6th-Grade, and Jazz Bands. Wednesday, March 23, 7 pm
Margie Landis and Al Graffam conduct our talented young musicians. Concert is free of charge.
DownEast Country Dance Festival Fri, March 25, 7:30 pm -midnight
Sat, March 26, 10 am - midnight Presented by Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts. Dancing, workshops, music, food--and more! Friday evening and Saturday all day and into the night... A favorite of contra-dancers and traditional musicians in Maine! More info. at www.deffa.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Sat, March 26, 10 am - midnight Presented by Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts. Dancing, workshops, music, food--and more! Friday evening and Saturday all day and into the night... A favorite of contra-dancers and traditional musicians in Maine! More info. at www.deffa.org (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
"Jesus Christ Superstar" -- A Musical presented by Midcoast Youth Theater
Thurs, March 31; Fri & Sat, April 1 & 2 at 7 pm Sun, April 3 at 3 pm Fri & Sat, April 8 & 9 at 7 pm
Sun, April 10 at 3 pm Well-known musical. Intergenerational cast. Tickets: Adult $10, Student/Sr $8, online at www.midcoastyouththeater.org/. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Thurs, March 31; Fri & Sat, April 1 & 2 at 7 pm Sun, April 3 at 3 pm Fri & Sat, April 8 & 9 at 7 pm
Sun, April 10 at 3 pm Well-known musical. Intergenerational cast. Tickets: Adult $10, Student/Sr $8, online at www.midcoastyouththeater.org/. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
The Ballet School presents "Calendaria, Celebrating the Seasons--a Ballet for All Ages"
Sat and Sun, April 30 and May 1, at 3 pm Elizabeth Drucker's students present a lovely and varied dance performance each year, with many beautiful costumes, special effects and evocative lighting. www.theballetschool.com (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Parent Information Night (Parents of 5th-graders of MSAD#75--an introduction to Mt. Ararat Middle School)
Tues, April 28, 6 pm Principal Josh Ottow welcomes you in the Orion, and then parents visit teachers in the classrooms.
Maine Coast Heritage Trust -- Land Conservation Conference Sat, April 23, 8 am-4 pm
MCHT's annual conference, with workshops, land fair, keynote speaker, and more... register at www.mcht.org.
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Sat and Sun, April 30 and May 1, at 3 pm Elizabeth Drucker's students present a lovely and varied dance performance each year, with many beautiful costumes, special effects and evocative lighting. www.theballetschool.com (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Parent Information Night (Parents of 5th-graders of MSAD#75--an introduction to Mt. Ararat Middle School)
Tues, April 28, 6 pm Principal Josh Ottow welcomes you in the Orion, and then parents visit teachers in the classrooms.
Maine Coast Heritage Trust -- Land Conservation Conference Sat, April 23, 8 am-4 pm
MCHT's annual conference, with workshops, land fair, keynote speaker, and more... register at www.mcht.org.
(Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
MSAD75 All-District Elementary Band and Chorus Concert Tues, May 10, 7 pm
Young musicians perform under the direction of Dawne-Marie Powers and other elementary music teachers. Students from Harpswell, Bowdoin, Bowdoinham and Topsham elementary schools.
Young musicians perform under the direction of Dawne-Marie Powers and other elementary music teachers. Students from Harpswell, Bowdoin, Bowdoinham and Topsham elementary schools.
Verdi's Requiem Midcoast Symphony Orchestra, Rohan Smith, Conductor
with Oratorio Chorale, Emily Isaacson, Director; and Vox Nova Choir, Shannon, M. Chase, Conductor. Sun, May 15, 2016. 2:30 pm Stunning music, with four world-class soloists. Tix: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at the door (if any are left!). (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
with Oratorio Chorale, Emily Isaacson, Director; and Vox Nova Choir, Shannon, M. Chase, Conductor. Sun, May 15, 2016. 2:30 pm Stunning music, with four world-class soloists. Tix: $20; Students under 19 free. Available online www.midcoastsymphony.org or at the door (if any are left!). (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Maine Dance & Fitness "Heroes & Villains" Spring Recital Sat, May 21, 4 pm
Elizabeth Haskell's dancers present a concert. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat High School Concert Bands Tues, May 17, 7 pm
Admission free. High School Band and Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble. Farewell to the seniors. Conducted by Al Graffam.
Elizabeth Haskell's dancers present a concert. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat High School Concert Bands Tues, May 17, 7 pm
Admission free. High School Band and Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble. Farewell to the seniors. Conducted by Al Graffam.
MSAD#75 Budget Hearing Thurs, May 26, 6:30 pm Annual vote on school budget. Residents of Topsham, Harpswell, Bowdoin and Bowdoinham invited.
MAHS/MAMS Chorus Concert Thurs, June 2, 7:30 pm
Enjoy lovely songs from Kristen Thomas's young students in high school and middle school.
Enjoy lovely songs from Kristen Thomas's young students in high school and middle school.
"The June Show" by The Moving Company Dance Studio Sat, June 4, 2 pm
A dance concert by Joanna Patterson’s young dancers. "The June Show" features 100 dance students performing in creative movement, ballet, tap, and modern/contemporary pieces. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
A dance concert by Joanna Patterson’s young dancers. "The June Show" features 100 dance students performing in creative movement, ballet, tap, and modern/contemporary pieces. (Not affiliated with or endorsed by the school or district.)
Mt. Ararat Middle School Band Concert Tues, June 7, 7 pm
Ms. Landis and Mr. Graffam conduct the final concert for the 6th-grade, 7th & 8th-grade, and jazz bands. "Pops" concert for the entertainment of all ages. Free of charge.
Ms. Landis and Mr. Graffam conduct the final concert for the 6th-grade, 7th & 8th-grade, and jazz bands. "Pops" concert for the entertainment of all ages. Free of charge.
Studio 48 Year-End Recital Fri, June 17, 6:30 pm Dance and song from Rebecca Beck's talented students. Tickets $15 at door.
Merrymeeting Summer Band Camp July 11-15, 8 am to 3 pm Concert: Friday, July 15, at noon
Fun with music, instruments, and friends. Taught by music teachers from SAD75 and Brunswick schools.
Midcoast Youth Theater Grades K-2 A Year with Frog and Toad
Grades 3-5 Aladdin, Jr. Shows: July 14, 15, at 6 and 7 pm; July 16 at 2 and 3 pm.
Ouch--That Hurts! Create-A-Play Summer Camp Performance Fri., July 22, 3 pm
Free of charge. House opens at 2:30. All welcome to see the play created in one week by our talented campers!
Midcoast Youth Theater High School Show: The Addams Family Shows: July 28, 29, at 7 pm July 30 at 2 pm
Midcoast Youth Theater Middle School Show: Wizard of Oz, Jr. ed Shows: Aug. 11 and 12 at 7 pm Aug. 13 at 2 pm Go here for more info.
Celebration of Life in Memory of John Brassil
Saturday, August 20, 1:30-4:00 at the Orion Performing Arts Center, Topsham, ME
Teacher/Staff Day--Welcome Back to School by Superintendent Brad Smith
Tues., Aug. 30 8 am--Breakfast in Cafeteria, MAMS 8:30-11 am-- Welcome and Meeting in the Orion
Curriculum Night for Parents Wed., Sept. 14, 6 - 7:30 pm
Gather in the Orion for a welcome by Principal Josh Ottow, then meet teachers in classrooms.
Fun with music, instruments, and friends. Taught by music teachers from SAD75 and Brunswick schools.
Midcoast Youth Theater Grades K-2 A Year with Frog and Toad
Grades 3-5 Aladdin, Jr. Shows: July 14, 15, at 6 and 7 pm; July 16 at 2 and 3 pm.
Ouch--That Hurts! Create-A-Play Summer Camp Performance Fri., July 22, 3 pm
Free of charge. House opens at 2:30. All welcome to see the play created in one week by our talented campers!
Midcoast Youth Theater High School Show: The Addams Family Shows: July 28, 29, at 7 pm July 30 at 2 pm
Midcoast Youth Theater Middle School Show: Wizard of Oz, Jr. ed Shows: Aug. 11 and 12 at 7 pm Aug. 13 at 2 pm Go here for more info.
Celebration of Life in Memory of John Brassil
Saturday, August 20, 1:30-4:00 at the Orion Performing Arts Center, Topsham, ME
Teacher/Staff Day--Welcome Back to School by Superintendent Brad Smith
Tues., Aug. 30 8 am--Breakfast in Cafeteria, MAMS 8:30-11 am-- Welcome and Meeting in the Orion
Curriculum Night for Parents Wed., Sept. 14, 6 - 7:30 pm
Gather in the Orion for a welcome by Principal Josh Ottow, then meet teachers in classrooms.
Film: "The Mask You Live In" Thurs., Sept. 22, 6:30 pm Doors open at 6 pm
Film by Jennifer Siebel Newsom about how society's view of masculinity damages boys and men. Discussion follows film. Sponsored by Mt. Ararat Middle School, Brunswick Jr. High School and Maine Boys to Men. For parents and ages 14+.
Film by Jennifer Siebel Newsom about how society's view of masculinity damages boys and men. Discussion follows film. Sponsored by Mt. Ararat Middle School, Brunswick Jr. High School and Maine Boys to Men. For parents and ages 14+.
Luke Eder photo
Fiddle-icious! Sat., October 15 7:30 pm Fun evening of fiddle music. Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra plays traditional and lively tunes from Celtic and Franco heritage. www.fiddleicious.com
Photo: Chip Palmer
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra "Resolute Romantics"
Sun., Oct. 23, 2:30 pm Conductor: Rohan Smith.
Program: Franz von Suppé: Light Cavalry Overture Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18, featuring Jonathan Bass, piano soloist Brahms: Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68 Tickets: $20 adult; free under age 19. FMI: http://www.midcoastsymphony.org/
Sun., Oct. 23, 2:30 pm Conductor: Rohan Smith.
Program: Franz von Suppé: Light Cavalry Overture Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18, featuring Jonathan Bass, piano soloist Brahms: Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68 Tickets: $20 adult; free under age 19. FMI: http://www.midcoastsymphony.org/
The Diary of Anne Frank Presented by Mt. Ararat Stage Company
Friday, November 4: 7:30 PM Saturday, November 5: 7:30 PM Sunday, November 6: 3:00 PM
The Mt. Ararat Stage Company opens their 2016-2017 theatrical season in November with Wendy Kesselman’s adaptation of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” Based upon “Anne Frank: The Diary Of A young Girl,” and the play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, “The Diary Of Anne Frank” dramatizes the haunting and inspiring story of a young Jewish girl and her family as they seek refuge from Nazi persecution in a claustrophobic “secret annex.” Told through recordings in Anne’s cherished and celebrated diary, “The Diary Of Anne Frank” stands as a timeless reflection of fear, hope, and faith during one of the darkest periods in history.
Mt. Ararat High School Student Cast and Crew: Kate Graeff (Anne Frank), Connor Bolduc (Mr. Frank), Kelsie Dickey (Mrs. Frank), Elyssa Eldridge (Margot Frank), Griffin Downs (Peter Van Daan), Daniel Blake (Mr. Van Daan), Faith Williams (Mrs. Van Daan), Jacob Bickford (Dr. Dussell), Maddy Wilson (Miep Giles), Kevin Bolduc (Mr. Kraler & Nazi Officer ), Gavin Patterson and Bailey Patenaude (Nazi Officer), Mae Flibotte and Rebecca French (Stage Management), Bailey Patenaude (Light Board Op), Erin Billinger (Sound Board Op), Mandi Hawkes and Emily Robbins (Prop Masters), Maddie Plant (Wardrobe), and Madysyn Rosenberg (Scenic Artist). The production is directed by Adam P. Blais, with Production Management by Kristen Thomas, and Technical Direction by Jim Alexander.
Friday, November 4: 7:30 PM Saturday, November 5: 7:30 PM Sunday, November 6: 3:00 PM
The Mt. Ararat Stage Company opens their 2016-2017 theatrical season in November with Wendy Kesselman’s adaptation of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” Based upon “Anne Frank: The Diary Of A young Girl,” and the play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, “The Diary Of Anne Frank” dramatizes the haunting and inspiring story of a young Jewish girl and her family as they seek refuge from Nazi persecution in a claustrophobic “secret annex.” Told through recordings in Anne’s cherished and celebrated diary, “The Diary Of Anne Frank” stands as a timeless reflection of fear, hope, and faith during one of the darkest periods in history.
Mt. Ararat High School Student Cast and Crew: Kate Graeff (Anne Frank), Connor Bolduc (Mr. Frank), Kelsie Dickey (Mrs. Frank), Elyssa Eldridge (Margot Frank), Griffin Downs (Peter Van Daan), Daniel Blake (Mr. Van Daan), Faith Williams (Mrs. Van Daan), Jacob Bickford (Dr. Dussell), Maddy Wilson (Miep Giles), Kevin Bolduc (Mr. Kraler & Nazi Officer ), Gavin Patterson and Bailey Patenaude (Nazi Officer), Mae Flibotte and Rebecca French (Stage Management), Bailey Patenaude (Light Board Op), Erin Billinger (Sound Board Op), Mandi Hawkes and Emily Robbins (Prop Masters), Maddie Plant (Wardrobe), and Madysyn Rosenberg (Scenic Artist). The production is directed by Adam P. Blais, with Production Management by Kristen Thomas, and Technical Direction by Jim Alexander.
Freedom Tour Information Night for Parents (of 8th-graders, SAD75) Monday, Nov. 14, 6 pm
Joel Merry, who leads a tour for 8th-graders during April vacation week, will present information about the trip to New York City, Philadelphia, Gettysburg, and Washington, D.C.
November Events for Students Only:
Planetarium for MAMS 6th-graders -- Tues, Nov. 22, 8 am -2 pm
Nov. 30 -- Speaker for Mt Ararat High School: Julia Sadler, "Just Say Yes" on depression and prevention of suicide.
Nov. 29, Dec. 1 -- Auditions for MAMS spring play, "Seussical"
Celebration of Life for Nicholas Oram Saturday, December 3, 1-3 pm
Please join the family as they remember Nicholas.
Joel Merry, who leads a tour for 8th-graders during April vacation week, will present information about the trip to New York City, Philadelphia, Gettysburg, and Washington, D.C.
November Events for Students Only:
Planetarium for MAMS 6th-graders -- Tues, Nov. 22, 8 am -2 pm
Nov. 30 -- Speaker for Mt Ararat High School: Julia Sadler, "Just Say Yes" on depression and prevention of suicide.
Nov. 29, Dec. 1 -- Auditions for MAMS spring play, "Seussical"
Celebration of Life for Nicholas Oram Saturday, December 3, 1-3 pm
Please join the family as they remember Nicholas.
MAHS & MAMS Bands Concert Thurs. Dec. 8 at 7 pm
High School band and Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade bands, MAMS Jazz Band. Lots of young talent! Conductors: Al Graffam and Margie Landis. Admission free of charge.
High School band and Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade bands, MAMS Jazz Band. Lots of young talent! Conductors: Al Graffam and Margie Landis. Admission free of charge.