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There's a role for everyone in the theatre! On stage, behind the scenes, in the light booth... theatre is much more than what you see when the curtain rises. In fact, the magic that ultimately unfolds on stage wouldn't be possible without a whole bunch of people and a whole lot of work to make it happen. 
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BC Applause is the theatre company for Bala Cynwyd Middle School. ​We have three goals in 2022-23:
  • ​Learn the craft of theatre
  • Perform
  • Hold fun events for everyone in BC Applause
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Mrs. Knight and the cast and crews of Imaginary: A New Musical.
Everyone is welcome to join BC Applause -- even if you don't want to be part of the play or musical. 
Student Leadership
2022-23 BC Applause Board
Elected by a majority of their peers, the BC Applause Board plans events, advises Director Shannon Knight and the staff about student concerns, and makes decisions about issues that affect the entire theatre company.​
  • Sadie Schofer, President
  • Wren Field, Vice President
  • Aliyah Shapiro, Secretary
  • Maya Zahavy, Treasurer
  • Vesper Woodhoque, 8th/6th Grade Rep
  • Evelyn Ward, 7th/5th Grade Rep
  • Cory Evans, Cast Rep
  • Meryl Grandwetter, Stage Crew Rep
  • JJ Gordon, Tech Crew Rep
  • Suravi Banka, Costume Crew Rep
  • Adoniyas Mengesha, Marketing & Fundraising Crew Rep
  • Lou Sasson, Member-at-Large
  • Maya Tomasette, Member-at-Large
Junior Thespians Troupe 88049
The International Thespian Society is the only theatre honor society for middle and high school students in the country. ITS recognizes, rewards, and encourages student achievement and celebrates the work of students in all aspects of theatre. 
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2020-21 JUNIOR THESPIAN INDUCTEES
Eligibility to join requires 200+ hours participating in BC Applause, whether on stage or behind the scenes. 
2020-21 JUNIOR THESPIAN PROMOTIONS
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For those who have completed their initial 200 hours and have already been inducted, Thespian Stars are granted for each 20 hours of participation in BC Applause. 10 Stars is the highest possible rank, requiring 400+ hours.
Important Dates for 2022-2023
Fall Play
  • Tech Rehearsal: Sunday, Oct. 23rd
  • Dress Rehearsal: Sunday, Nov. 6th
  • Performances: Nov. 10th, 11th, 12th
  • Set Strike: Sunday, Nov. 13th
Spring Musical
  • Pre-Tech Rehearsal: Sunday, Feb. 12th
  • Tech Rehearsal / Pre-Dress: Sunday, Feb. 26th
  • Dress Rehearsal: Sunday, Mar. 5th
  • Performances: Mar. 16th, 17th, 18th
  • Set Strike: Sunday, Mar. 19th
Saturday Knights Live
  • Dress Rehearsal: Sunday, May 21st
  • Preview: Friday, June 2nd
  • Performance: Saturday, June 3rd
  • Set Strike: Sunday, June 4th

BC Applause Red Carpet Ceremony
For Board Members, Junior Thespians & 8th Graders - but everyone is welcome to attend!
  • Board election results announced: Sunday, June 4th
  • Thespian inductees announced: Sunday, June 4th
  • Red Carpet Ceremony: Tuesday, June 6th

​​For questions or more information, contact Mrs. Knight at knights@lmsd.org.
BC Applause
Bala Cynwyd Middle School
510 Bryn Mawr Avenue
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
610.645.1480
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