St Joseph High School boasts an active theatre life. Over four years, all students have the ability to participate in, or to attend, a comedy, a drama, a modern piece, a classical piece, and many musicals. Theater skills relate to all aspects of our students' lives. They become better public speakers, more confident student leaders, and incredibly accepting of the varied personalities which make up the tapestry that is SJHS. With the addition of the sophomore year Theater I elective, all students at SJHS now have the opportunity to hone these life skills before heading off into their futures.
Drama Club
There are over 100 students who participate in the Drama Club's season each year. Participation includes the performers, technical crew, stage managers, a student board who runs many of the aspects of production, tickets sales, ushering, and so much more. Drama Club is an incredibly inclusive cross-section of the SJHS population, from honors students to CEP, student council reps to athletes: every group on campus is represented. Two productions are mounted each season, with a straight drama or comedy in the fall and a more whimsical musical in the spring.
Past Drama Club Productions
- Almost, Maine
- Hamlet
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
- The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
- Thoroughly Modern Millie
- The Bold, the Young, and the Murdered
- Once Upon a Mattress
- The Importance of Being Earnest
- Godspell
- Our Town
Student Testimonials
“The arts at St Joes have given me a unique opportunity to grow both as a person and a performer in an environment which allows me to express who I am surrounded by people who I know will support me. The arts program at SJ has guided my journey through high school and I am beyond grateful for the home it has become.” ~ Adele Whitlock ‘20
"St Joes needs a place where students can express themselves and show our community what we're capable of. I'm so thankful that SJ has that place for me" ~ Jim McMahon ‘20
“For me, the St Joes art program has enabled me to discover more about myself and other people.” ~ Matthew Espilliat ‘20
“I think its important to learn about the arts because I believe the world wouldn’t be the same without the arts. Art isn’t just a way of expression but a way of living. The arts helps all people see the world in different ways”
~ Jaxon Beirne ‘20
“Art is, to put it simply, a means of exploring human nature. It allows us to truly understand one another on a level that would not be possible through any other means.” ~ Andrew Donnelly ‘20
“Studying the arts at St Joes has helped me grow as a person and come to a better understanding of the human condition. It has allowed me to process my emotions in a way that connects me with the experience of others, helping me to grow in solidarity with my fellow students as well as the world around me.” ~ Sal Orosz ‘20
“St Joes makes participating in the arts fun and accessible for students. I’ve been lucky enough to make lifelong friends through performing arts and practice new skills in advanced art classes.” ~ Julia DeCesare ‘20
“The arts at St Joseph High School create an environment where everyone can feel included and at home. It has allowed me to pursue my passions during and after school. They also don't corner you to one passion you can pursue theater, choir, band, and art all at the same time.”
~ Cassandra Popick ‘20
