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Theater

Cast of Elf, Christmas Play 2024

The Saint Thomas Aquinas Theatre Department provides opportunities for students to develop strong skills in collaboration, communication, and creative interpretation and expression through theatre classes, as well as opportunities to participate in our annual theatre productions.

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Winter Play

 Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic - Winter Play 2026

For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world.

Christmas Show

The Grinch Who Stole Christmas - December 2025

With a heart "two sizes too small," the Grinch despises the annual Christmas festivities of Who-ville from a solitary distance. Fed up, he carries out a plan to stop them once and for all, only to learn a lesson about opening his heart to the real meaning of Christmas.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas Recap

December 18-19, 2025

A large group of performers in colorful, vibrant costumes stand on a dimly lit stage, creating a visually striking and energetic scene.
A colorful and vibrant stage performance with a group of performers in various costumes and outfits, standing in front of a backdrop of whimsical and fantastical scenery.
A group of people in colorful costumes and outfits, including a person in a green costume, performing on a stage with a Christmas tree and other holiday decorations in the background.
Three young women in festive holiday attire stand in front of a decorated Christmas tree, smiling and posing for the camera.
A group of performers in colorful, whimsical costumes stand on a stage against a backdrop of architectural elements, creating a visually striking and imaginative scene.
A group of four people, two women and two men, are standing in front of a decorated Christmas tree, with their arms raised in a celebratory pose.
A group of performers in colorful, whimsical costumes stand on a stage in front of a vibrant, festive backdrop featuring a Christmas tree and other holiday decorations.
A group of performers in colorful, vibrant costumes stand on a stage against a backdrop of abstract, psychedelic-inspired artwork.
The image shows a Christmas-themed stage performance, with a decorated Christmas tree in the background and two performers dressed in colorful, festive costumes standing in the foreground.
The image depicts a festive holiday scene with several people dressed in colorful, patterned outfits standing around a fireplace and Christmas decorations in a cozy, warm-toned setting.
Two individuals dressed in colorful costumes, one in a green outfit and the other in a pink robe, stand on a dimly lit stage with various props and objects in the background.
A vibrant and colorful stage performance featuring a group of performers in various costumes and outfits, with a large Christmas tree in the background against a backdrop of abstract, psychedelic-style artwork.
A large group of people in colorful costumes and outfits are standing on a stage, with the title %22Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas%22 displayed in the background.
A smiling young girl in a red dress stands next to a Santa Claus figure holding a gift box, with a Christmas tree and holiday decorations in the background.
A large group of people, some dressed in festive holiday attire, gathered together in what appears to be a school or community center setting, with various posters and banners visible in the background.

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Fall Musical

A large group of people, mostly young adults, are gathered together in what appears to be a classroom or meeting space, with a plain white wall in the background.

Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting story for anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world. An outsider in a new town and a new school, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, where she feels heard and understood by the handsome Prince Oliver. But as the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur in extraordinary ways, Delilah realizes her dreams in the real world are worth fighting for.

Between the Lines Recap

October 23-25, 2025

The image shows a large group of people, both in the foreground and background, dressed in colorful and elaborate costumes, standing on a stage with a backdrop of a large archway.
A group of young people, both male and female, standing on a stage in casual attire, with a dark background behind them.
A person with a mischievous expression, wearing a furry hat, against a vibrant blue background.
A group of women in colorful, ornate dresses stand on a stage against a backdrop of bookshelves and architectural elements, creating a visually striking and theatrical scene.
Two individuals, a man and a woman, are standing in front of a brick wall with bookshelves visible in the background. The man is wearing an ornate, gold-embroidered jacket, while the woman is wearing a purple coat.
A group of individuals dressed in elaborate, colorful costumes stand together on a stage against a dark background.
Two women, one with long curly hair and the other with a striped shirt, are standing against a dark background.
Three young women in vibrant pink sequined dresses stand together in front of a blue wall, their smiles and laughter conveying a sense of joy and camaraderie.
Two people, a man and a woman, are standing in front of a brick wall, with the woman reaching out to shake the man's hand.
A young woman with long dark hair is standing in front of a gray concrete wall, wearing a bright red top and a turquoise jacket, with an expression of surprise or excitement on her face.

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Course Options

Introduction to Theater

Introduction to Theater offers students hands-on experience, in actively contributing to the production of the school musicals and plays, assisting with costumes, props, scenery, and publicity. In addition, students will explore various aspects of theatre, including acting, directing, playwriting, and video creation. Designed as an orientation to the dramatic arts, this course allows students to discover and develop their interests in different areas of theatre.

Acting I

Acting I engages students in acting exercises, theatre games, and in-class performances. Students will develop the skills necessary to create fully realized, believable characters. The course also includes a focus on acting for the camera. Students will study notable actors and scripts, create original comedies and dramas, and perform duet and solo scenes. Additional topics include improvisational comedy, pantomime, and audition techniques.

Advanced Drama

Advanced Drama provides students the chance to explore many scripts differing in style, genre, and time period.  Students in grades 10-12 who have taken Introduction to Theatre or Acting I may take Advanced Drama for a 1/2 credit. This class participates in several in-class and public performances.

Stage Craft

Stagecraft provides students an opportunity to design and build sets for all Saint Thomas Aquinas productions. Students in grades 9-12 may elect to take Stage Craft for 1 credit. Students in grades 10-12 who have taken Stagecraft may take Advanced Stagecraft for 1 credit.

*application required

 

Advanced Stagecraft

Advanced Stagecraft give students more opportunities than just design and build sets. Students set up and run sound and lighting plots, and are responsible for all performance needs of the drama and music departments. Students will need to be available for outside of school day rehearsals and performances. Students may be called upon to assist others in the use of the theater or other performance facilities when needed.

*application required

Calendar

In The Spotlight

Footloose Recap

Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Gallery of pictures from the musical, %22Footloose%22, performed Saint Thomas Aquinas students,November 7-9, 2024
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose
Fall Musical 2024 - Footloose

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Deadline Recap

February 27-28, March , 2025

Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline
Winter Play 2025 - Deadline

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ELF Recap

December 19-20, 2024

Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Saint Thomas Aquinas Elf the Christmas Play 2024
Aquinas students performing Elf, the Musical

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Kimberly Spillman, Theater Director

Kim Spillman
Theater Director

kspillman@stasaints.net