McMichael Middle School’s One-Act Play cast, crew and directors won first place and six individual awards at the district competition held Feb. 12 at the Lindale High School Performing Arts Center.
The 17-member team of actors and technicians from McMichael performed “The Staggering Heartbreakup of Jasmine Merriweather,” a comedy by Don Zolidis. It’s the whirlwind story of picking up the pieces of a broken heart following a difficult breakup.
Caden Johnson received Best Performer, while Malachi Anderson, Ava Hopkins and Ava Tkacik were named to the All-Star Cast. Aaron Boland, Honei Christopher, Evelyn Datin, Alyssa Delgado and Olivia Schulz received Honorable Mention for the All-Star Cast. Natalie Reyes received Honorable Mention Technician.
The production was directed by McMichael teachers Lauren Bueno and Megan Johnson.
“I was so excited to see this show because I loved the script! So many wonderful moments throughout this production,” wrote one of the district judges. “Thank you for strong ensemble. You are a talented group of actors. You have great talent that I hope goes on to the next grade level with you,” wrote another.