The Upper School spring musical Les Misérables began rehearsing before spring break. Students have been practicing choreography, singing, and acting with the guidance of US Theater Director Eric Severson. Performance dates are on May 20-21 at 7:00 p.m. and May 22 at 4:00 p.m. in the Huss Center.
The St. Paul Academy and Summit School Winter One Acts were preformed on Jan. 29 in the Huss Auditorium. Senior directors provide some insight into the process and their One Acts.
This piece is part of a series of opinion columns written by Student Interest Groups at SPA. Opinions expressed are those of the group or writer, and not of The Rubicon staff. Inquiries should be...
Noor Qureishy, Student Life Editor
• November 3, 2014
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