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Middle School Theatre Take the Stage

Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD middle school theatre students recently stepped into the spotlight during the district Middle School One Act Play Contest, held at Boswell High School. Campuses from across the district showcased months of preparation, collaboration and creativity as students brought their productions to life on stage.

The contest highlighted not only strong performances, but also the teamwork and dedication of students, directors and theatre staff who make Fine Arts experiences possible for our middle school learners.

Creekview Middle School

Creekview Middle School students at the district one act play contest

Creekview Middle School students delivered a strong performance, earning multiple individual recognitions for their work under the direction of their campus theatre team.

  • Production: Perfect
  • Student recognitions:
    • Outstanding Performances: Caroline Mewa, Zoe Aragon, RJ Walls
    • Best Technician: Harrison Herzig

Ed Willkie Middle School

Ed Willkie Middle School students at the district one act play contest

Ed Willkie Middle School theatre students were recognized for both performance and technical excellence under the direction of Mrs. Nielsen.

  • Student recognitions:
    • Outstanding Technician: Jackson McCurry
    • Honorable Mention Cast: Kayli Barnes
    • All-Star Cast: Harper Panfil, Skyla Cooksey

Highland Middle School

Highland Middle School students at the district one act play contest

Highland Middle School earned second place overall for their award-winning performance under the direction of Ms. Shepard.

  • Production: If We Shadows

Marine Creek Middle School

Marine Creek Middle School students at the district one act play contest

Marine Creek Middle School students had a standout showing, earning both team and individual awards under the direction of their campus theatre team.

  • Production: In the Forest of the Night
  • Awards and recognitions:
    • Third Place Overall
    • Best Company
    • Best Performer: Adley Parker Frend
    • Technician Award: Aubree Nunez
    • Honorable Mention: Natalia Franco, Orian Mavsar

Prairie Vista Middle School

Prairie Vista Middle School students at the district one act play contest

Prairie Vista Middle School took home first place in the competition, along with several individual honors under the direction of Mr. Martin and Ms. LaSalle.

  • Production: Kodachrome
  • Awards and recognitions:
    • First Place Overall
    • All-Star Cast: Edisyn
    • All-Star Technician: Hyaleah
    • Honorable Mention All-Star Cast: Jaisa
    • Best Performer: Morgan

Wayside Middle School

Wayside Middle School students at the district one act play contest

Wayside Middle School students earned multiple individual awards for their performance under the direction of their campus theatre team.

  • Production: The Blossom Canyon Fire by Don Zolidis
  • Student recognitions:
    • Technician Award: Sage Alivio
    • Honorable Mention All-Star Cast: Avery Peña
    • All-Star Cast: Ayden Schmidt, K’Leah Williams

The Middle School One Act Play Contest is a reflection of the strong Fine Arts programs available to students throughout Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD. From technical theatre to performance, students gain confidence, collaboration skills and creative expression through these opportunities.

We are proud of every student, director and campus that participated and continue to make Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD a great choice for Fine Arts education.