Foxcroft Joins Blue Ridge Chapter of The Cappies

9/28/2023

Foxcroft recently joined The Cappies, a writing and awards program that trains high school theater and journalism students to be expert writers, critical thinkers, and leaders. Nine students attended a regional Cappies training at Stone Bridge High School last week, where they trained as theater critics — discussing and learning about theater production. The students will continue to put their training to work by attending and reviewing each other's shows this year.

“Throughout the year, newspapers publish the reviews with the students' bylines," explained theater director and Fine Arts teacher Karin Thorndike. “At the end of the theater season, Cappies student critics decide who among their peer performers and technicians should be recognized for awards amid the glamour and excitement of a Tony Award-esque gala.”

Lead critic Manabi K. ’25 shared, “It is my responsibility to pick the four shows that Foxcroft will attend throughout the year. After shows, we talk with other critics to discuss the show and acting, as well as the technical aspects of the show, like costumes, make-up, set design, etc. At the end of the year, all the schools come together to celebrate the different shows and vote on several awards, from best lead to best costumes.”

We are excited to hear more as the Cappies work through their first theater season!

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