Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. How do I become a member of the WGH Drama Club?
2. How do the directors cast the show after auditions?
3. How many opportunities are there for Freshmen?
4. Who determines what shows the WGH Drama Club does?
5. What does the

How do I become a member of the WGH Drama Club?

First  you must be eligible. . . You MUST have at least a 1.8 GPA on your 
last report card.  This is Board of Education policy.  We want you to 
participate but your education is more important.  GET THOSE GRADES UP AND 
KEEP THEM THERE!  
Then, participate in productions and workshops.  When you audition for a 
show, indicate on your audition form all the ways you are interested in 
participating.  We try to find something for everybody, so if you don't get 
an onstage role, you will still be able to participate.

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How do the directors cast the show after auditions?

* They start with your audition score, usually an average of the scores.  

* They then consider your experience in theatre, especially with the WGH 
DRAMA CLUB.  If they have never seen you before, they are VERY cautious 
about how they cast you.   If they have had experience with an actor, was it 
good or bad?  AND they consider not just what goes on onstage but also 
backstage . . . they DO know who causes the uproars and dissent among the 
cast.  Also, they consider how much the "experienced" actor puts into the 
show, including regular attendance, set construction, following through on 
responsibilities ....etc.   

* The Director has a vision for each of the characters and decides who will 
best be able to give us that.  If the character interacts closely with 
another character, they look for pairings that will give us the most.  

* Lastly, they consider what grade each actor is in, Freshmen have 3 more 
years but for Seniors this may be it.  Therefore, Seniors are more likely to 
receive a role of some sort but NOT NECESSARILY A MAJOR ROLE.

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How many opportunities are there for Freshmen?

There are many opportunities for students at all grade levels.  Freshmen 
need to be willing to start at the bottom and work their way up.  In fact, 
over the last few years we have had SO many people audition that in the 
future we are planning to require Freshmen to do an "internship" and serve 
as student directors, ushers, etc, before we allow them an onstage role.
 This allows them a chance to learn how the organization operates and to 
appreciate the overwhelming responsibility that falls of each person in a 
production.  AND to get school under control... we lose a lot of Freshmen 
who can't handle school AND extracurricular activities.  You are here to get 
an education, we are here to help make it fun and meaningful.  You do your 
part and we will do ours.

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Who determines what shows the WGH Drama Club does?

The director makes the final decision after carefully considering cast size 
and requirements in relation to potential actors.

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What does the

Our "season" consists of two full length productions of whatever style or 
genre the director chooses.  Some years there are additional opportunities 
for small shows or workshops -- Pay attention to announcements and this web 
site for information.  
    The final or third show of the season is at the discretion of the 
director.  Cabaret has been our traditional season wrap-up show for many 
years but can be cancelled if the rest of the season has not gone well or 
been particularly stressful for the directors.  Therefore, it behooves each 
of us to to our part and try to make things run as smoothly as possible.
     For more information about Cabaret, see the link on the home page 
labeled CABARET.
NOTE -- As we move into the new facitily everything is likely to change.

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