Mondays with Mike: Behind the Curtain: Meet the Cast of PCA’s Fall Productions

This past weekend was a joyful celebration of our PCA family coming together, highlighted by the incredible fall productions that kicked off Thursday night: Charlotte’s Web and The One Act Play That Goes Wrong. Watching our talented young actors and actresses shine on stage was a true delight—they hit it out of the park!

We are deeply grateful to God for providing the nearly 50 students this opportunity to develop and share their gifts. Meet six of them: Jonah, Josiah, Grace, Emma, Lily, and Adam. I hope you sense the joy and growth they experienced as you listen to this week’s podcast, where their stories and reflections bring their performances to life.

Artists: Part 3 of a 4 part series. As we enter this week before Thanksgiving Break, my prayer is that this podcast edition encourages and inspires you as we focus on our artists–creating to God’s glory and our good. This episode is a part of a four-part series that began with a focus on athletes two weeks ago and scholars last week.

Next week, we’ll touch on service and spirit as we continue highlighting how God is at work across our community.

Also, please keep in prayer the nearly 15 musicians preparing for All-State auditions this Saturday—our largest group yet! Pray that they see God’s hand through this challenge and the gifts He has entrusted to them.

Below, you’ll find the podcast link, key takeaways, and a brief summary of this week’s discussion. God bless you as we celebrate how He is moving at PCA!

Key Takeaways:

1. Building Confidence Through Theater: Students shared how participating in theater helped them step out of their comfort zones, grow in confidence, and take on challenges with courage and determination.

2. Community and Friendship: The cast emphasized how working together on productions fosters deep connections, builds community, and strengthens friendships, creating bonds that extend beyond the stage.

3. Faith and Life Lessons: Students reflected on the spiritual lessons learned through their roles, including embracing imperfection, trusting God, and recognizing their intrinsic value as loved creations of God.

4. Dedication and Hard Work: The actors discussed balancing rehearsals, academics, and extracurriculars, highlighting how the discipline of theater equips them with time management skills and perseverance.

Welcome to a special edition of “Mondays with Mike,” where we dive into the exciting world of PCA’s fall theater productions. Join us as we meet the talented cast behind two highly anticipated shows: “Charlotte’s Web” and “The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong.”  Recorded on the day of their final dress rehearsal, this episode gives you an insider’s view into the lives of these young actors and actresses as they prepare for their sold-out performances.

In this episode, you’ll hear from Jonah, Josiah, Grace, Emma, Lily, and Adam, who share their experiences and challenges in bringing their characters to life. From the complexities of performing a play within a play to managing the demands of schoolwork, sports, and theater, these students reveal the dedication and passion that drives them.

Discover what inspired them to step onto the stage and how theater has impacted their personal growth and faith journeys.  You’ll also learn about the hilarious and memorable moments they’ve shared during rehearsals and the valuable life lessons they’ve gained through their performances.

Whether you’re an aspiring actor or simply a theater enthusiast, this episode offers a glimpse into the vibrant and supportive community at PCA. Tune in to be inspired by their stories and find out why theater is a powerful tool for building connections and showcasing creativity. Don’t miss this chance to meet the stars of PCA’s fall productions and hear their stories of courage, camaraderie, and artistic expression.

Join us in celebrating the talent and hard work of these young performers, and as always, we look forward to seeing you on campus soon.

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