As many of you know, Wicklund School Foundation has been running Wicklund’s Drama Program for the past ten years. With nothing but the hard work and dedication of parent volunteers and hundreds of amazingly talented and charismatic kiddos, we’ve staged some pretty great shows during that time and are looking forward to the two productions we have lined up for this year!
As with all things, change is inevitable. This year will be the final year at Wicklund for Vicki Beckman, as her youngest will be moving on to MHHS. Additinally, Shawntel Schenck will be looking to step away or, at the very most, move to a much smaller supporting role. Carrie Ulrich would love to keep things going but will need dedicated parent volunteers to fill the shoes of those leaving in a year. Our plan is for this year to be a year of transition, brining on new folks and finding good fits for everyone so that our kiddos continue to have this opportunity to shine on stage.
Below are the positions we are looking to fill. Those interested, should email Vicki Beckman at vicki@mhwsf.org as soon as possible. It is our plan that we will all work together on this year’s productions so that everyone is ready to take over for the 2026-2027 school year. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!
Stage Managers (Replacing Shawntel & Carrie)
- Working closely with the Directors, assists at all rehearsals by setting up the stage, managing set changes, tracking props during rehearsals, feeding forgotten lines, ensuring everything runs smoothly during performances, and managing students backstage. Must be able to juggle many things at once. Will be part of Audition Panel and casting decisions. Rehearsals will begin once casting is finalized. Rehearsal schedule has yet to be set but will most likely be T/Th evenings somewhere between 5:30 and 9:00 and Friday afternoons between 1:30 and 5:00. These are not the actual rehearsal times but the times you would generally need to be available for as rehearsal times vary within these windows depending on several factors.
- Two are needed.
- Will receive four complimentary tickets with reserved seating to one show, front row not guaranteed.
Choreographer
- With input from the Directors, teaches choreography for selected numbers. Choreography rehearsals will be held separately, once students have learned the songs. Once numbers are learned, further choreography rehearsals will be limited to only numbers that need special attention as necessary.
- Will be part of Audition Panel and casting decisions.
- One Choreographer is needed. Production numbers for Wizard of Oz are minimal, maybe two or three. Unsure as to the needs for Alice in Wonderland at this time.
- Will receive four complimentary tickets with reserved seating to one show, front row not guaranteed.
Sets Manager
- With input from the Directors, oversees the acquisition and completion of all set pieces. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to managing volunteer efforts to complete pieces, ensuring all pieces are on stage by predetermined date, and making modifications or repairs as needed throughout rehearsals and between performances. Work will begin immediately.
- This position has been filled by Lindsay Fochler.
- Will receive four complimentary tickets with reserved seating to one show, front row not guaranteed.
Props Manager
- With input from the Directors, oversees the acquisition and completion of all props. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to managing volunteer efforts to complete pieces, ensuring all pieces are on stage by predetermined date, organizing the prop cart, and making modifications or repairs as needed throughout rehearsals and between performances. Work will begin immediately.
- One needed.
- Will receive four complimentary tickets with reserved seating to one show, front row not guaranteed.
Costume Manager
- With input from the Directors, oversees the acquisition and completion of all costumes. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to securing measurements for all cast members, reviewing existing costumes, conducting costume fittings, making alterations, attending dress rehearsal (dress, review, and note modifications to each costume), overseeing costumes for each performance (dressing, undressing, ensuring all pieces are returned to the appropriate hanger, etc.). Work will begin once casting decisions are finalized.
- One needed.
- Will receive four complimentary tickets with reserved seating to one show, front row not guaranteed.
INTERESTED IN KEEPING THE WSF DRAMA PROGRAM RUNNING AFTER THIS YEAR? EMAIL VICKI TODAY!
