Short stories and photos shared with humor and love
On Sunday, I noticed my son had not been participating in a lively group text among his siblings and me. Naturally, I assumed he was incapacitated in some way. It’s not that the family group chats are mandatory, it’s just that they’re fun and who wouldn’t want to chime in? Am I right? So I [...]
The Appleton North Theatre Department’s magnificent run of the Little Mermaid offered an excellent opportunity to showcase what happens under the sea of a live theatre performance. The deep waters there churned with enthusiasm, creativity, talent and an unbelievably generous commitment of time. That’s where all of the ideas that sprang from the foam of [...]
The Appleton North Theatre Department's magnificent run of the Little Mermaid offered an excellent opportunity to showcase what happens under the sea of a live theatre performance. The deep waters there churned with enthusiasm, creativity, talent and an unbelievably generous commitment of time. That's where all of the ideas that sprang from the foam of [...]
High school theatre director Ron Parker sets high standards in his productions. Period costumes must conform to the time period. Period. Lighting. Sound. Set design. Blocking. Elocution. Make-up. Hair. He envisions each element, solicits input from his cast and crew, and then oversees the installation of each nail, the stroke of each paint brush. These [...]
Appleton North's production of Mary Poppins enjoyed a spectacular run that, despite a dramatic rain delay, was practically perfect in every way. A little drama Friday's night only proved how poised these talented high school students are, how loyal their growing fan base remains, and how gifted their directors continue to be. Here's what happened [...]