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The ComedySportz team prepares for its upcoming matches by playing comedic improv games with an emphasis on physicality. In this game, Allie Crawford, ComedySportz member and junior, pretended to take out her dentures.

ComedySportz prepares for upcoming matches

Jessica Konrad March 6, 2018

According to ComedySportz sponsor Jim Peterson, the ComedySportz team is currently preparing for its upcoming matches in the spring by conducting after-school rehearsals and training with professional...

President and senior Lauren Alexander formally introduces herself to a new club member of the Rising Stars Club. She understands the importance of making sure that each member feels comfortable and familiar with one another for the success of the club.

Rising Stars to have club meeting Thursday, March 1 in Studio Theater

Bryce Cheng February 12, 2018

The Rising Stars Club plans to host its monthly meeting on Thursday, March 1 right after school in the Studio Theater. According to sponsor Jim Peterson, the purpose of this meeting will be to discuss...

Sponsor Jim Peterson oversees a meeting for Rising Stars. He understands the necessity for organization and independence for making a club such as Rising Stars successful.

Rising Stars to attend Indiana State Thespian Conference from Jan. 26 to 28

Bryce Cheng January 21, 2018

      The Rising Stars Club will attend the annual Indiana State Thespian Conference from Jan. 26 to 28 at Franklin Central High School. According to sponsor Jim Peterson, the purpose of this event...

Morgan Goodrich, lead actress in the winter production “Peter and the Starcatcher,” rehearses with the rest of the cast after school. Goodrich said she believes CHS students and staff will enjoy the show.

Theater productions rehearses for winter production “Peter and the Starcatcher”

Alanna Wu January 18, 2018

Theater productions is currently rehearsing for the winter production, “Peter and the Starcatcher.” The cast will perform the show Feb. 8 to 10, with showings at 7 p.m. and an additional showing at...

Rising Stars members gather before a meeting. They understand that attendance and dedication are of utmost importance when it comes to this club.

Rising Stars to host Holiday Party on Dec. 7

Bryce Cheng December 3, 2017

The Rising Stars Club plans to have its annual Holiday Party during its next meeting on Dec. 7 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Studio Theatre.  According to president and senior Lauren Alexander, the...

Mackenzie Gonzalez, senior and lead actress in “Up the Down Staircase,” works to create a piece of jewelry during class. Gonzalez said rehearsing for the fall production has not created any serious conflicts in her schedule, and she is still able to take on projects such as the one pictured.

Theater productions prepares for “Up the Down Staircase”

Alanna Wu November 14, 2017

Theater productions is currently preparing for the fall production, “Up the Down Staircase.” The cast will perform the show Nov. 16 to 18, with showings at 7 p.m. each night and an additional showing...

Sponsor Jim Peterson watches over club members at a meeting for Rising Stars. He plays a pivotal role in organization and guidance in every meeting.

Rising Stars to attend regional conference on Dec. 2

Bryce Cheng November 13, 2017

The Rising Stars Club plans to perform the play “110 Stories” at the annual regional conference in Bunker Hill, Ind. on Dec 2.  According to sponsor Jim Peterson, the purpose of this event is to secure...

Shawn Horrocks and Piper Dafforn, ComedySportz members and juniors, pretend to hold a puppy during a ComedySportz rehearsal. This exercise was part of a game designed to improve the teams ability to portray physicality.

ComedySportz team prepares for matches

Jessica Konrad November 6, 2017

The ComedySportz team has begun to prepare for its matches in the spring. Members prepare by attending rehearsals after school on Fridays. During these rehearsals, professional ComedySportz actors lead...

Rising Star members gather before the club meeting starts. The eager and dedicated members understand the importance of attendance and friendship when it comes to making this club successful.

Rising Stars to host hayride event on Oct. 26

Bryce Cheng October 22, 2017

The Rising Stars Club plans to have its annual hayride event on Oct. 26 at Stonycreek Farm. According to president and senior Lauren Alexander, the purpose of this event is to celebrate and unite the...

Allie Crawford, ComedySportz member and junior plays an improv game. In this game, team members took turn acting out various activities to improve their physicality.

ComedySportz team prepares for season

Jessica Konrad October 10, 2017

The ComedySportz team has recently begun to prepare for its upcoming season in the spring. The team meets after school on Fridays to practice improv games and improve their comedic skills. According to...

Sponsor Jim Peterson watches over club members at a meeting for Rising Stars. He plays a pivotal role in organization and guidance in every meeting.

Rising Stars to have meeting on Oct. 5 to discuss hayride event on Oct. 26

Bryce Cheng October 4, 2017

The Rising Stars Club plans to have a club meeting on Oct. 5 after school from 3:30 to 4 p.m. in the Studio Theatre.  According to sponsor Jim Peterson, the purpose is to discuss the annual hayride...

Charlotte Seidensticker, student director for Studio One Acts and senior, meets with the cast of her production to discuss the setup of the stage. Seidensticker said she appreciates the fact that student directors are able to design each aspect of their stages.

CHS Theater prepares for Studio One Acts, holds auditions for fall production

Alanna Wu September 22, 2017

CHS Theater is currently rehearsing and building stages for the student-directed Studio One Acts, which will take place Sept. 28 to 30. The four acts are entitled: “Pizza: A Love Story,” “Last Minute...

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