Causing Drama (The Good Kind)
By John Tompkins
It’s great just to be nominated. No, really.
The ACC Drama Department was ecstatic with recent honors for their productions. The Drama program received several recognitions from the BroadwayWorld regional awards this past year for directing, lighting, set design and more.
“To have the work that our students take so much time producing be recognized by the community is a wonderful honor,” said Drama Director Chris Tennison. “I think it shows the quality of the work we do at ACC Theatre, and I hope it encourages more folks to come and see what we have going on.”
Tennison was nominated for best direction and best lighting. Coordinator D'Carrey Stell was nominated for best scenic design. The Addams Family production was nominated for best musical while The Diary of Anne Frank was nominated for best play.
“To be nominated for any kind of award was a true surprise.” Stell said. “It is not something that you go looking for if you are trying to do the craft correctly. The satisfaction of being part of the show is payment enough.”
The Drama program had a packed schedule for 2023-24 that included productions of The Addams Family for the Fall semester, It’s a Wonderful Life: a live radio play for the holiday season and The Diary of Anne Frank for the Spring. The Summer Children’s Theatre Festival included performances of Alice in Wonderland and The BFG (Big Friendly Giant).
“We take great pride in producing professional quality theatrical experiences for our audiences and providing superior training to our students,” Tennison said. “We look forward to continuing this tradition for years to come.”
The Drama Department puts on three performances every year in the Fall, the holidays and in the Spring. The actors consist of students and members of the community.
Every summer the Drama Department also hosts the Summer Children’s Theatre Festival, which includes two plays that feature local, aspiring young thespians.
To learn more about the auditions for the upcoming productions or to purchase tickets, visit Drama Program. You can also learn more by calling 281-756-3606.