To Beach Their Own: Beach Reads are Real Reads

Missy ChristmanFeatured, Literature & Poetry, Reviews Leave a Comment

To Beach Their Own: Beach Reads are Real Reads Happy Summer.  I don’t know about you, but when I go to the beach, I immediately want to perfect my backstroke in the ocean, windsurf, and play an intense five rounds of beach volleyball. Okay, I’m absolutely kidding. If I go to the beach, I want to sit in a turtleneck …

“Our Place”: Reflecting on High School Theater During a Pandemic

Richard ChristmanFeatured, Film & Video, General Thoughts Leave a Comment

“It was easily the highlight of my day.  This may seem dramatic but it’s eternally significant work.  Good job, brother.” The above is what a friend texted me the night he attended the premiere of Our Place at the High School where I teach and co-direct the drama club, Schroeder Theater Company.   I was struck.  Last year, in the Winter …