West Chester, Pa (Marzo 7, 2023) – In recognition of Marzo as “Theater in Our Schools Month,” state Senator Carolyn Comitta is highlighting the local productions and performances being held this spring at schools across Chester County.
“School theater productions are a great way for student artists and performers to display their phenomenal talents to their communities,” Comitta said. “You don’t have to go to Philadelphia or New York to see a great show. Please consider attending one of the many student productions here in Chester County.”
The schedule for this year’s upcoming spring musicals is as follows:
Avon Grove High School: Chicago
Abril 20th through 22nd at 7 pm and Abril 22nd at 2 pm
Avon Grove Charter High School: The Sound of Music
Abril 20th and 21st 7-9 pm and Abril 22nd at 2-4 pm
PALCS Center for the Performing and Fine Arts: Little Women
Marzo 15th through 18th at 7 pm and Marzo 18th at 2 pm
Collegium Charter School: The Little Mermaid
Marzo 23rd through 25th at 7 pm and Marzo 25th at 1 pm and 7 pm
Devon Preparatory School: High Fidelity: High School Edition
Marzo 24th and 25th at 6:30 pm and Marzo 25th and 26th at 1 pm
Downingtown East High School: The Spongebob Musical
Marzo 30th through Abril 1st at 7 pm and Abril 2nd at 2 pm
Downingtown West High School: Anastasia
Abril 14th and 15th at 7:30 pm and Abril 15th and 16th at 12 pm
Great Valley High School: Chicago: Teen Edition
Abril 27th through 29th at 7:30 pm and Abril 29th at 2 pm
Henderson High School: Footloose
Marzo 16th through 18th at 7 pm and Marzo 18th at 2 pm
Malvern Preparatory School: The Lightning Thief, The Percy Jackson Musical
Marzo 10th and 11th at 7 pm
Unionville High School: Once Upon a Mattress
Marzo 16th through 18th at 7 pm and Marzo 18th at 2 pm
\Villa Maria Academy High School: Into the Woods
Mayo 19th and 20th at 7 pm and Mayo 21 at 2 pm
West Chester East High School: Anything Goes
Marzo 9th through 11th at 7 pm and Marzo 12th at 2 pm
Comitta also commended the local schools which already held productions, including Conestoga High School (She Loves Me), Octorara High School (The Wizard of Oz), Oxford Area High School (The Spongebob Musical), and Rustin High School (Les Misérables).
Studies show that student participation in theater or drama education can lead to stronger academic achievement, higher test scores, improved reading comprehension, stronger attendance rates, fewer dropouts, and improved self-esteem, peer relations, and empathy for others.
“Theater education can help teach invaluable skills needed to be successful in school, work and life, including public speaking, listening skills, teamwork, non-verbal communication, resilience, and storytelling,” Comitta, who serves on the Senate Education Committee said. “As a product of theater education and someone who appeared in annual school musicals, I can also tell you it’s lot of work and a lot of fun. I want to thank all the students, teachers, staff, volunteers, supporters, and parents who keep these programs running.”
This session, Comitta introduced Senate Resolution 38 which recognizes Marzo as “Theater in Our Schools Month.’ The resolution also recognizes “Music in Our Schools Month,” “Dance in Our Schools Month” and “Youth Art Month” in Pennsylvania.