Written by Tia Agarwal With musical prep in full swing, the cast list set and songs ready to practice, the theater department is working hard to bring the musical to life. Led by Mr. Hogan, Ms. Marcell, and Ms. Ciaccia, this year’s musical Into the Woods is going to be an ensemble masterpiece. The original 1987 Broadway production directed by Steven Sondheim won three Tony … Continue reading Directional Debut

Written by Alexandra Steyn The fall play 1984 was performed on November 10 and 11 by fifteen Rye Country Day Upper School students across grade levels. Based on George Orwell’s dystopian novel, 1984 is an eerie warning of the future and the dangers of a totalitarian society. 1984 takes place in a world in which freedom and expression have been obliterated and each movement is … Continue reading 1984’s Significance Today