Fine Tradition and Excellent Reputation

Monsignor Donovan High School has always recognized the benefits of the performing arts and continues to support all activities, events, competitions, performances and course offerings related to training students in theater.   

            MDHS takes pride in the fine reputation it has established for itself through the excellent productions it generates.  Many of the students who attend MDHS do so, because of the success of the fine and performing arts department.  The success of the program has resulted more from the level of commitment, support, and cooperation shown by the faculty, school, administration and church community, the talent and dedication of the individuals involved, and the results from the theater arts class.

            To keep pace and create a competitive edge, MDHS continues to participate in various performing arts competitions available throughout the state.

 Drama Club

The Drama Club welcomes all interested in theater production including acting, directing, set construction, and publicity.  Students participate in competition, student directing, and assist with the two major productions in the fall and spring. 

International Thespian Society – Troupe 1435

This worldwide organization consists of students who have demonstrated a deep commitment to the theater.  Students may join this prestigious society after accumulating 10 points through their participation on stage or backstage.  A lifetime membership includes a subscription to Dramatics magazine.

Fall Production

In the fall of each school year, students present a non-musical production.  Auditions are held in September.  Recent productions have included: “Rumors,” “The Curious Savage,”  “Twelve Angry Jurors,” “Musical Comedy Murders of 1940,”  “You Can’t Take It With You,” and “Nights of Comedy.” 

The 2012 production will take place on November 9 – 10.

  Spring Musical

In the early spring of each school year, students present a major musical production.   Auditions for the spring musical take place in the fall of the school year.  Recent productions have included:  Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” “The Pajama Game,” “Camelot,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “The Pirates of Penzance,” and “Children of Eden.”

The 2013 Spring Musical will be presented on March 7 - 10.