BVHS Drama 2001 Spring Show:
Class Action

My apologies for the pictures coming out so badly. I was too busy clapping to focus!

This year's BV Drama show was Class Action. At first, I had apprehensions about this play because it is written as a collection of vingnettes. However, with the actors, quality of acting, and the original transitions of this year's Spring cast, the play turned out wonderful.

Xavi is one of the actors returning to stage this year. Here, he is joined by Rea, a newcomer.

I was also a little worried that there were so many new faces. It turns out that I ended up regretting not having any more chances to share the stage with these people.

One big stage of newcomers. Okay, not really. Everyone is new here except for Nate on the far right.

I have the pleasure of being in an advanced drama class with Gabe and Jheramie. They're two great people and two great actors. Gabe is a total natural on stage; he cracks me up. Jhey is a singer, songwriter, musician, and and (now) an actress!

Rea and Heath worked hard for the pictured scene. I heard a lot of actors' obstacles had to be overcome to pull this one through.

"Class Action" used many stage techniques such as the stop-time gimmick featured in this scene. Mark and Xavi struck many humorous poses in this scene. The script was generally bare with stage directions. The innovations came directly from the minds of the students in the production.

Although humor was an everpresent element throughout the play, "Class Action" was not devoid of meaning. (Am I sounding intelligent yet? Anyways...) The plots dealt with broken families, gun control, sex, drugs, and diversity.

Mark receives a special shout-out for being the gem that he is. Mark making it into "Class Action" was probably in accordance to some prophesy. He will keep the BV Thespian Troupe going strong for the 2001-2002 year. I hope to visit BV next year and see him on stage.

"Class Action" was the highlight of my week. I always enjoy BV plays, but this production is among the best.