The Arts

Drama

Spring Musical 2023

Tickets go on sale March 31

Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, All Shook Up tells the all-new yet somewhat familiar story of a square little town in the middle of a square state in the middle of a square decade. A lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road and then into her life rides a guitar-playin' roustabout who changes everything and kick-starts a hip-swivelin' musical fantasy that will have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes! The show features all Elvis Presley hits such as "Heartbreak Hotel," "Burning Love," "Jailhouse Rock," "Love Me Tender" and "Don't Be Cruel." All Shook Up is bound to be another Blanchet showstopper!

Save the dates!
All Shook Up will perform on April 28 and 29 at 7:30 pm and April 30 at 2:00 pm at The Moore Theatre in Downtown Seattle. Tickets go on sale March 31, stay tuned for more information!
 

Past Productions

About Our Program

At Bishop Blanchet, our drama department's motto is "Truth and Courage." Whether students intend to pursue a career in theatre or are simply looking to try something new, we believe that making theatre cultivates creativity, sensitivity and enthusiasm in young people, and our program offers a supportive environment where students can make bold choices. 
 
The drama department offers a comprehensive three-part sequential acting program, three classes in theatre design, and a three-show season: a fall play, a student directed one-act festival, and a spring musical.
 
Students can participate in the performances both on stage acting and behind the scenes with one of our five crews: Stage Crew, Costume Crew, Hair and Makeup Crew, Marketing Crew, and Stage Management.
 
For more information about drama clubs like the Improv Team or the International Thespian Society, visit the Clubs page.
 
Want to get involved, or have a question about upcoming auditions or crew interviews? Email Drama Director Ms. Taryn Darr or Technical Director Mr. Corey Eriksen.

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  • Fall Play

    Little Women
    By Kate Hamill
    Based on the book by Louisa May Alcott
    Friday-Saturday, November 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.
    Sunday, November 13 at 2:00 p.m.
    Friday-Saturday, November 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m.

  • One Acts

    As the World Caves In— Written and directed by Gatsby Von Zach. Inspired by the song of the same name by Matt Maltese, this story takes place in 1963 in the aftermath of the United States bombing Cuba, following a man named Alexander in his final moments. 

    Rolling The Dice— Written by Lucash Uniack, Co-Directed by Lucash Uniack and Joseph Ruckman. Two angels in Heaven discuss a prayer requesting help with a dysfunctional Florida Dungeons and Dragons group. Facing a hurricane, the members come to terms with their actions and realize how much they appreciate each other. 

    Marge Bradburn Studio Theatre
    January 12, 2023 at 3:00 pm
    January 13, 2023 at 7:30 pm
    January 14, 2023 at 7:30 pm
    *Admission is free

  • Spring Musical

    All Shook Up! Performing at the Moore Theatre in late April!

  • Production History

    2022-23
    Little Women

    2021-22
    The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940
    The Drowsy Chaperone

    2020-21
    It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
    Some Enchanted Evening

    2019-20
    Pride and Prejudice
    The Addams Family*

    2018-19
    Almost, Maine
    Working

    2017-18
    Secret in the Wings
    Guys and Dolls
     
    2016-17
    A Christmas Carol
    Animal Farm

    *Production canceled due to pandemic.
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List of 3 members.

  • Photo of Michelle Carrasquilla Lander

    Michelle Carrasquilla Lander 

    Department Chair, Fine Arts Instructor
  • Photo of Taryn Darr

    Taryn  Darr 

    Drama Director and Instructor
  • Photo of Corey Eriksen

    Corey Eriksen 

    Technical Director, Drama Instructor

Bishop Blanchet High School

8200 Wallingford Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98103

Phone: 206-527-7711
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Attendance: 206-985-3750
Located in  Seattle, Washington, Bishop Blanchet High School is a private, coed Catholic school for grades 9-12. Students benefit from a challenging college preparatory academic program, campus ministry, fine and performing arts, competitive athletics and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.
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