{"id":2454,"date":"2020-03-28T22:18:40","date_gmt":"2020-03-28T22:18:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.pingry.org\/record\/?p=2454"},"modified":"2020-03-28T22:18:40","modified_gmt":"2020-03-28T22:18:40","slug":"drama-ii-students-succeed-in-high-school-without-really-trying","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/students.pingry.org\/record\/2020\/03\/28\/drama-ii-students-succeed-in-high-school-without-really-trying\/","title":{"rendered":"Drama II Students Succeed in High School Without Really Trying"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By\u00a0Emily\u00a0Shen\u00a0(IV)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Tuesday, January 21st, the Drama II students performed \u201cHow to Succeed in High School Without Really Trying,\u201d a short comedy written by Jonathan Rand. Not only did the performance showcase the students\u2019 performing skills, but it also reflected all of the hard work that the students put into their drama class this year. This piece consisted of 7 different \u201clessons,\u201d including Homeroom, English, Math, Foreign Languages, Science, History, and Physical Education, and each presents the audience with \u201ctips\u201d on how to succeed in the class without overworking themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each of these \u201ctips\u201d were brought with joy and comedic relief to the audience. For instance, some tips to succeed in English class included \u201cstroking your chin, nodding, stroking your chin while nodding,\u201d and \u201cwhenever possible, use the word \u2018juxtaposition\u2019 during class discussions.\u201d Students apply these tips into \u201creal-life examples,\u201d triggering heartfelt laughter from the audience members.  Another tip in this comedy pertained to foreign languages. For instance, if a student struggles to find the right word, \u201cjust rattle off random words anyone would know\u201d such as \u201cd\u00e9j\u00e0 vu\u201d and \u201cbaguette\u201d for French class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Behind the enjoyable performance was the hard work of Drama II students and Mr. Van Antwerp. When asked about the rehearsing process for the performance, Sarah Kloss (IV) responded, \u201cIt was a large cast, so it was hectic trying to get everyone where they were supposed to be [ \u2026 ] but, I think Mr. Van Antwerp chose a play that we thought was really funny, and it was nice to have multiple roles because we were able to play different characters.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because it was their first time performing on stage, many of the Drama II students were quite nervous before the performance. \u201cI was actually extremely nervous before we were supposed to perform because I had never performed in front of the whole school before, but as soon as I said my first line, I felt ready\u201d Kloss noted. Franklin Zhu (IV), another Drama II performer, shared an anecdote about his experience. \u201cDuring our rehearsal before the assembly, I accidentally tripped on the microphone and caused a big scene\u201d said Zhu. \u201cI am glad I did that during the rehearsal and not the actual performance.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Drama II assembly was a delightful experience for both the performers and the audience members. Both Kloss and Zhu agreed that the script Mr. Antwerp chose worked really well in a school setting. \u201cI really enjoyed how our scenes were about school. It gave me different viewpoints about the environment we are in,\u201d noted Zhu. Olivia Telemaque (IV) reflected on her experience with the assembly, \u201cI really liked the performance! It was really chill and light to alleviate the tension and stress about all the bad news that recently happened.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The performance went smoothly, and the cast members did an amazing job collaborating with each other to carry out an enjoyable assembly for the Pingry community. We can\u2019t wait to see future performances featuring these talented students!
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