A TRIP OF A LIFETIME
ART CALENDAR 2023-2024
Thirty-six members of the TA Players traveled across the pond in June for a fun and educational trip to England .
The students spent 10 days in an immersive touring experience in London and Stratford- Upon-Avon , with a focus on theater . Accompanied by our Performing Arts faculty , the students combined sightseeing with acting workshops and theater performances .
Students enjoyed West End musicals and plays at Shakespeare ’ s Globe , the true-to-history reconstruction of the original Globe Theater on the south bank of the River Thames . One of the plays , A Midsummer Night ’ s Dream , was of particular interest as this is their fall production set to run November 17-19 in TA ’ s Harry L . Garland III Auditorium .
The students also participated in acting workshops and took backstage theater tours of some of London ’ s most iconic theaters . Other sightseeing locations included Big Ben , The Tower of London , the famed Abbey Road , and even a walking ghost tour throughout historic locales . They also visited Stratford-Upon-Avon , the birthplace of Shakespeare , and took part in several tours that provided historical insight into the life and times of England ’ s most famous bard .
“ In a perfect world , I am in a community , where people love history , theater , and learning as much as I do ,” said Emma Eukitis ’ 26 . “ In a perfect world , we travel across the sea together . In a perfect world , we see Shakespeare at the Globe , shows in London ’ s West End , and history at every turn . Best of all , I get to keep the memories of this reality and cherish the people who helped make it ."
Students held a variety of fundraisers to make the trip possible , including a Broadway-themed performance .
“ It was spectacular to be able to culminate the year in such a special way with our students . Taking a trip like this not only exposes students to new places and possibilities , but it cements the bonds we form with them at TA ” says Emma Campbell ’ 04 , Arts Department Chair . “ This was a trip that our students will remember for the rest of their lives .”
TA Players Fall Play : Nov . 17 - 19 " A Midsummer Night ’ s Dream "
Holiday Instrumental Concert : Dec . 12 -13 Holiday Choral Concerts : Dec . 19 - 20 Winter Dance Concerts : Jan . 8 - 9
TAMS Drama Club : Jan . 26 - 28 " Shrek the Musical Jr ."
Orchestra Pops Concert : Feb . 10 TA Players One Act Play : Mar . 1
TA Players Spring Play : Apr . 4 - 7 " Mean Girls the Musical "
Spring Instrumental Concert : May 7 - 8 Spring Choral Concerts : May 14 - 15 Spring Dance Concerts : May 21-22
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