Every year, the Drama Club strives to produce the best show they can. The community is tight-knit from all the time they spend and activities they do together, and there’s a satisfaction to seeing the show come together after all their effort.
One of the most cherished parts of the Drama Club is their ability to bond over a common interest through various activities. “Potlucks and community outreach days help us get to know each other well outside of school,” Gabriela Silva ’29 said. Through the time they spend together working on productions and hosting events, members grow closer to one another than in most other clubs.
After all their time and effort, members of the Drama Club describe how satisfying it is watching everything come together. “It’s rewarding to see all of the hard work pay off and everyone plays their part,” Silva added.
Although the high school has recently renovated the auditorium, including upgrading the seats, there are still some issues. For example, there isn’t enough space backstage, which makes storing props and costumes difficult. However, members have been working toward finding solutions. “For issues like space, we have a hallway behind the stage where cast members can stay during shows,” Silva mentioned. They also have dressing rooms to stay in and store more items in, even though it’s not as efficient as leaving everything backstage.
Being in the Drama Club requires discipline and teamwork. The members invest a significant portion of their time daily due to the long rehearsal hours, ensuring that the production reaches its full potential. Since the whole production suffers when even one person doesn’t put in all their effort, every member is motivated to try their best. Even though it is daunting to produce a play of such magnitude, Silva noted, “The Drama Club being such a big commitment allows us the time to put on a good show.”
In addition to the time commitment, there are many other challenges for actors. Not only do they have to memorize long scripts, they also have to memorize their stage positions and movements. Overcoming stage fright, vocal projection and being able to show vulnerability are also essential traits in the production of the show.
However, it is not only the actors that help bring the show together. The stage crew works on set building, costume fittings, prop gathering, and taking down the set.
Ultimately, even though being a member in the Drama Club demands discipline, long hours, and relentless focus, the shared commitment and passion helps create the magic of the show. Don’t miss their production of The Little Mermaid from November 21–23, 2025, with performances on Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM at Scarsdale High School!
