Cappies
The Critics and Awards Program, also known as “The Cappies”, is a nationwide program that introduces high school age students to the world of acting, journalism, and critical/peer review. As a student in Northern Virginia, I had the honor of being part of the founding Cappies organization in the National Capital Area.
Not only was I nominated (detailed elsewhere), but on several instances my program and performance reviews were published in both local and national news publications.
“Speak to us…oh beautiful one!” How else would an infatuated teenager address the love of her life? Paul VI High School’s production of Bye Bye Birdie captured the very essence of the 50’s when Rock and Roll and soda shops were theonly way of life that a teenager knew.
What a glorious feeling it is to sing and dance in the rain, and what a glorious feeling it was to see Winston Churchill High School’s production of “Singin’ in the Rain.”
“Tell me why the sky is filled with music/Tell me why we fly on clouds above/Can it be that we can fly to music just because, just because we’re in love?” This simple French song, “Dites-Moi,” sums up the theme of Bishop Ireton’s production of “South Pacific.”
Baseball may be America’s favorite pastime, but a mix of baseball, scandal, lost souls, and the devil is something truly remarkable. Langley High School’s production of Damn Yankees captured the comradery that can only be found on the ball field.
A unique princess, a frisky king, and one very annoying nightingale. A far cry from modern day society, but spot on for the cast of Homeschool ITS’ production of Once Upon a Mattress. They leaped back in time to a land of music, magic, and mishaps.
Bursting with energy and comedy, Paul VI’s recent production of “Bye Bye Birdie” was like a living cartoon, with vibrant characters, bright orchestra music and a crazy plot.