Drama

What do you think of when you think of drama class? You might think of Drama class populated with out-going people who can turn into and act like any person they want, and may have some musical talent. Cearly, people with those kind of characteristics auditioned for “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” were held August 17-18.

“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” is a musical about six junior high students who are participating in the spelling bee of a life time. The musical will air in three weeks at Creekview, but this musical is also for a competition. At the competition the cast will have to compete against other high schools from all across the state.

The drama teacher, Mr. Tamanini said, “I chose this play because it’s funny, it has a small cast of only 13, it’s a musical, challenging, and a little risqué.”

“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a must see because the musical has a combination of humor and catchy tune that keeps you on the edge of your seat through the whole show. It also allows you to see into the lives of the six junior high students and learn why they are the way they are. The combination of the quirky students, 4 random cast members, and the music that gives it the perfect atmosphere to have a good time and make it have some unexpected/unscripted moments. But wait. There’s a twist, but you have to come to the play to know just what that is.

Drama is a way for people to step into the shoes into another persona and transform into that person. “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” is a perfect opportunity for the cast to do that because the characters are so unique and fun.

There is a lot that goes into making a play happen, not only on stage, but as well as off stage.
Mr. Tamanini said, “It takes 3 weeks to rehearse and prepare for a play.”

That’s because the cast has to get familiar with the play, and the people behind the scenes need to get all the props, costumes, and lights ready for the musical.

So come out and watch Creekview’s version of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” and experience the fun and excitement of ‘The Spelling Bee.’

Mr. Tamanini also encourages people to join Drama Club. Its purpose is for anybody who wants to learn about theater. In Drama Club you learn about what goes on to produce a play, stage directions, design, technical background, and backstage craft; basically to learn about all that goes into producing a play. It is a fun way for people with the same interests to come together and have fun.
By: Sammi Urban