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Step into the Spotlight.

From our youngest Marauders in Pre-School through Upper School seniors taking the stage in full-scale productions, every student has a place in our theatre program.

Theatre at Maclay is about more than performance. It is about discovering who you are, learning to communicate with confidence, and building the empathy and perspective that come from telling other people's stories. From our youngest Marauders in Pre-School through Upper School seniors taking the stage in full-scale productions, every student has a place in our theatre program.

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Art Comes Alive!

Maclay's musical theatre program brings together talented students from across divisions to create powerful, professional-quality productions that captivate audiences and build lasting confidence. 

Lower School

Our Lower School theatre program gives students a dynamic and fun introduction to the world of performance. Pre-K through 1st grade students explore creative arts weekly, while students in 2nd through 5th grade take dedicated Drama classes. Every student in grades 3 through 5 performs in a full-scale Musical Theatre production at the end of each year.

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  • Creative Arts (Pre-K through 1st)
  • Drama (2nd through 5th)
  • Annual Musical Theatre Production (3rd through 5th)

Middle School

Middle School theatre students shine through individual projects, school events, and full productions. Students explore self-discovery, expression, and creative collaboration through a range of elective courses. Advanced students may audition to join Company and earn membership in the International Thespian Society.

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  • Behind the Scenes: Costume & Make Up
  • Behind the Scenes: Set Design & Construction
  • Musical Theatre ** (6th grade separately from 7th & 8th)

Upper School

Upper School theatre students have access to a full range of performance and production courses. Students can perform on stage, work behind the scenes, or both. Company members compete annually at the Florida State Thespian Festival as part of the International Thespian Society.

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  • Theatre/Musical II Theatre/Musical III
  • Honors Theatre/Musical IV
  • Behind the Scenes: Costume & Make-Up
  • Behind the Scenes: Set Design & Construction

 

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International Thespian Society

Maclay's Theatre Company is a proud member of the International Thespian Society, a student honorary organization that presents quality stage works and competes annually at the Florida State Thespian Festival. Students in grades 9 through 12 are eligible to audition for Company.