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Little Theatre Presents a New Play Based on a Favorite Novel
The Belleville West Little Theatre will present its annual fall play on Thursday through Saturday, October 12 through 14. This year’s production is the new drama A Monster Calls. Belleville West High School is thrilled to be one of the first non-professional theatres to stage this play.
Conor (junior Theo Rickert) has the same dream every night, ever since his mother (senior Ryann Gordon) first fell ill, ever since she started treatments that don’t quite seem to be working.
But tonight is different.
Tonight, when he wakes, there’s a visitor (junior Eric Perschbacher) at his window.
It’s ancient, elemental, a force of nature.
And it wants the most dangerous thing of all from Conor.
It wants the truth.
A Monster Calls was written by Sally Cookson and Adam Peck. It was adapted from the best-selling novel by Patrick Ness.
The production is directed by Mr. John Lodle and Mr. Jamie Klein. The student directors are seniors Ravi Douglas, Ryann Gordon, and Camryn Houk and juniors Natalie Hall, Lukas Pellmann, and Jordyn Struense. The student technical directors are juniors Quin Brown, Teddi Lacey, Melaina Robison, Allison Sheldon, and Sean Teutrine and sophomore Noah Hernandez.
Performances are at 7:00 each evening in the Belleville West Performing Arts Center, located at 4063 Frank Scott Parkway West. Advance tickets are available for purchase here.
Book Club Plans for First Discussion in Early October
The Belleville West Book Club will meet after school in the BW Library on Wednesday, October 4, for the first discussion of the year. The group will discuss the Daniel Black’s Don’t Cry for Me. Any Belleville West student is welcome to participate. Copies of the book are available for check-out at the circulation desk in the Belleville West Library.
DON’T CRY FOR ME by Daniel Black
As Jacob lies dying, he begins to write a letter to his only son, Isaac. They have not met or spoken in many years, and there are things that Isaac must know. Stories about his ancestral legacy in rural Arkansas that extend back to slavery. Secrets from Jacob’s tumultuous relationship with Isaac’s mother and the shame he carries from the dissolution of their family. Tragedies that informed Jacob’s role as a father. But most of all, Jacob must share with Isaac the unspoken truths that reside in his heart. He must give voice to the trauma that Isaac has inherited. And he must create a space for the two to find peace.
English Teacher Recognized by State Speech Association
At last weekend’s Illinois Communication and Theatre Association’s fall conference, Mr. Tyler Herron was named the 2023 Jerry Mathis New Teacher Award Winner. Mr. Herron is in his fourth year as an English teacher and speech coach at Belleville West High School.
Freshmen and Sophomores Called for Little Theatre Auditions
Auditions for the freshman-sophomore show, The AI Play, will be held after school next Monday, September 25. All freshmen and sophomores are eligible to audition. Interested students should complete this form in preparation for the auditions.
Harambee Welcomes New Members for First Meeting of the Year
Belleville West Harambee will hold its first meeting of the 2023-2024 school year on Thursday, September 14, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Interested students can complete the short membership form. The club is sponsored by English teacher Ms. Carnetta Chalmers.
Deadlines Approach for Senior Yearbook Photos
In order to appear in the 2023-2024 yearbook, seniors need to schedule a senior photo with an approved photographer by this Friday, September 15. A list of approved photographers is available on the Belleville West homepage.
If seniors do not want to schedule a full session, they may have a senior photo taken at Belleville West this month. An approved photographer will be on campus to take senior yearbook photos for just $20. Students must register online for a session by this Wednesday.
Chess Team Prepares for New Season
The BW Interscholastic Chess Club is looking for a few dedicated chess players. Interested students can look for the chess poster on the nearest bulletin board, use a smartphone to scan the QR code, and fill out the application form. Chess Club welcomes players of all abilities, from beginner to master. The Chess Club meets Mondays, starting on September 11, after school in room B340. More information is available at www.westchess.org or from Mr. Lucas Spriggs, English teacher and Chess Club sponsor.
Students Meet with BW Grad and Professional Actor
Yesterday, members of Belleville West Little Theatre, Belleville West Harambee, and the Belleville West music program met with Nathan Hirst. Nathan is a 2016 graduate of Belleville West and a member of the current national touring company of Disney’s Aladdin. He spoke about his journey from high school to professional acting and answered questions from students.
