Hi guys, our high school's drama club has been brainstorming on what play to choose for the upcoming school year. I'm interested to know, in your opinion, what are some of the most overdone high school musicals? We'd like to try something a bit less common!
It's great that you're looking for unique productions for your drama club. Some high school musicals that have been performed very frequently over the years include "Grease," "The Sound of Music," "Annie," "Guys and Dolls," and "The Little Mermaid." These plays have seemed to become staple productions in many high school drama clubs.
On the other hand, if you're aiming for less common options, you might consider some less frequently performed but equally entertaining choices such as "Pippin," "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," or even Stephen Sondheim's "Into the Woods."
Keep in mind, finding a less common play is only part of the equation. You also want to make sure the play is appropriate for your school and players, and that it resonates with your audience. It's also essential that your cast and production team have the capability and resources necessary to execute the chosen play successfully.
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