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Spring Scenes Captures Humor: Embraces Classical Theater
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Divine Comedy 1: Spring Scenes showcases dramatic performances by Pine Crest actors. Left to right: Patrick Boyle ‘13, Sam Korntner ‘13, Ian Stahl ‘10, and Russell Pollack ‘11 2: Kacey Suchocki ‘12 and Pernell Myers ‘10 draw a standing ovation from the audience.
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Pine Crest Magazine Summer 2010
n Spring Scenes maintained its tradition of raucous humor, making fun of both pop culture and Pine Crest culture, but this year also brought a distinct nod to theatrical tradition. Anton Chekhov wound up in a Spring Scene as Nathaniel Braffman ’10 and Alexander Waldman ’10 fearlessly broke the barrier with a funny but nonetheless classical theater piece in their rendition of The Bear. Also, while you may remember Shel Silverstein from his children’s books such as Where The Sidewalk Ends, were you aware that he can be a downright, adult-themed playwright? Stephen Ralph directed the somewhat dark The Best Daddy to prove it. A world premiere performance of Best Friends – a new play by Jenny Lyn Bader, a rising star in the world of theater – was directed by Drama Director Jim Patrick. There was also some original work performed by our students. An Epic Journey by Ian Stahl ’10 called upon Greek myth, while 747 to Heaven by Anthony D’Almeida ’10 and Sophia Roberts ’10 parodied celebrities. Rounding out the show were a few variations on comedy skits: Last Will and Temperament, directed by Preston Micalizio ’10; I Am Your Mother by Faith Connor ’10, David Manella ’10, and Gillian Sternheim’10; and High School Musical IV: Pine Crest Edition, directed by Jen Seibert.