One Acts to round out Moline’s 2022-2023 theater season!

By: Natalie Rotramel LO’T Feature Editor

The final show for the 2022-2023 school year is here! Unlike the other shows, a full length production directed by Moline Theater staff, One Acts is a bundle of ten-minute shows that are all directed by students. This year there will be seven shows performed, ranging from heartwarming, to silly, to psychedelic. The audience can laugh, cry, or be wooed by the wonderful productions of students working together.

The process of One Acts itself is a simple one: MHS Seniors may write or find a script to then put on with a cast of their peers, giving seniors directing and leadership experience while also opening the door for students to participate in smaller, more intimate shows before being thrust into a full production.

Director and playwright, Anandi Hoogheem, expresses her enjoyment in gaining a new experience, stating, “Throughout most of high school I was focusing on crew, so it’s exciting getting back to the acting side and gaining insight in the world of directing!”

And while directing your peers is not an easy task for many seniors, with help from staff and enthusiasm from students, the cast come together to make the whole experience enjoyable.

Director, Winter Roland, says, “Being on the other side of the theater experience reminded me why I love theater: there’s a bond between

Directors and One Act cast members pose after the second day of auditions. Courtesy of Maroon Theater on Instagram my cast too unique to be broken.”

The dedication and effort put in by all the students is truly commendable, so make sure to stop by and check out One Acts on Friday. May 26!