Rock Ridge Performing Arts

Time Stops 🌼 As the one acts come to a close, it’s time to get excited for Big Fish! Experience Edward and Sandra’s touching love story and so much more, starting April 24th! 💛 #rrpabigfish

That’s a wrap! Our student directed one act festival this weekend was incredible and we thank everyone who came to support these wonderful students. We impacted lives this weekend, one story at a time! 🖤🤍#rrpaoneacts

Today is your last chance to see our incredible student directed one acts! Don’t miss these three impactful and hilarious shows today at 2 and 7! Purchase tickets online or at the door at rrpa.booktix.com 🔳🔲 #rrpaoneacts

Today we remember the incredible 135 thespians that have been inducted here at RRPA, as well as our alumni that started their thespian journey here at Rock Ridge! Although our alumni thespians have pursued a wide range of careers, they will forever uphold the honor of being a thespian 🎭 #thespianforeverfriday #tios20

Our student directed one acts open TONIGHT! Don’t miss this amazing collection of works produced and performed by the students of our DE theatre class ◾️▪️Tickets sold online and at the door! #rrpaoneacts

Happy #theatreshirtthursday from the company of Big Fish! Time for a great rehearsal representing our favorite musicals, RRPA, and the Thespian Society 🎭#tios

Last but certainly not least, introducing our third one act: Lockdown! Senior Akshatha Srivastava masterfully directed this challenging show. You won’t want to miss this provocative and real show opening TOMORROW and only open for three performances! Purchase tickets now at rrpa.booktix.com #rrpaoneacts ◾️▪️

Last but certainly not least, introducing our third one act: Lockdown! Senior Akshatha Srivastava masterfully directed this challenging show. You won’t want to miss this provocative and real show opening TOMORROW and only open for three performances! Purchase tickets now at rrpa.booktix.com #rrpaoneacts ◾️▪️

Introducing our second one act: Tracks! This unique show follows several people at a subway station, trying to find out whether they are destined to go “up or down” in the afterlife. This intriguing show is beautifully directed by Junior, Courtney Bergeron! Purchase tickets to our one acts opening THIS WEEKEND now at rrpa.booktix.com #rrpaoneacts ▪️◾️

Introducing our second one act: Tracks! This unique show follows several people at a subway station, trying to find out whether they are destined to go “up or down” in the afterlife. This intriguing show is beautifully directed by Junior, Courtney Bergeron! Purchase tickets to our one acts opening THIS WEEKEND now at rrpa.booktix.com #rrpaoneacts ▪️◾️

Introducing our first one act: Conflict! This hilarious piece is directed by senior Farley McDaniel, and executed to perfection by the masterful actors of RRPA. Come see this unique show THIS WEEKEND! Tickets at rockridgeperformingarts.org ◾️▪️#rrpaoneacts

Three one acts. One great night. RRPA’s student directed one acts open THIS FRIDAY! Support these amazing artists and buy tickets now, as seats in the black box are limited. #rrpaoneacts

Happy Tech Tuesday! Today we had our very first photoshoot for Big Fish! Our graphic designers and photographers have been working so hard to create graphics for this beautiful show! We can’t wait to share them with you! 🌼 #rrpabigfish #techtuesday #tios20

Happy Read Across America day! In Big Fish, we learn about Edward Bloom’s life through his fantastical stories. We hope to see you all there starting April 24th to see Edward’s stories come to life! 🌼 📖#readacrossamerica #rrpabigfish

Educational Theatre Association

Administrators know theatre experiences are important to students' development. #TIOS20 #STEAM #TheatreInOurSchools

Theater is an important part of student development | Commentary

orlandosentinel.com In a guest column, Miss Orlando 2020 discusses Theatre in Our Schools Month and how arts education benefits schools.

TIOS day 2! Junior Emily Cole is an incredible technician who has learned many skills through theatre. Theatre changes lives and builds futures! 🎭

Happy Read Across America day! In Big Fish, we learn about Edward Bloom’s life through his fantastical stories. We hope to see you all there starting April 24th to see Edward’s stories come to life! 🌼 📖#readacrossamerica #rrpabigfish

What’s not to love? Join us for a night of fantastic performances and unlimited deserts TONIGHT @7 for Broadway Desserts! This is our strongest collection of acts we’ve ever had- don’t miss this incredible opportunity to see the hardworking students behind RRPA and Rock Ridge Sings! Tickets sold for $10 at the door 🎶

In addition to incredible new performances, you will have the chance to see TWO acts showcased at the Virginia Thespian Festival THIS FRIDAY at Broadway Desserts! $10 tickets for unlimited desserts (and talent!) 🎶

RRPA would like to send out a huge congratulations and say break a leg to Andrew Otchere (class of 2019). Tonight he will be opening Lord of the Flies as the role of Simon at the University of Michigan! RRPA is proud to have you as an alumni, Andrew! #rrpaalumni

Educational Theatre Association

Rock Ridge High School Principal John Duellman has been named the 2020 Virginia Thespian Principal of the Year.
The Virginia Thespians, is the largest theatre organization in Virginia, and serves as the Virginia chapter for the Educational Theatre Association. Co-Director, Tony Cimino-Johnson, presented the award recently at the annual Virginia Thespian Festival.
Duellman became the principal of Rock Ridge High School in 2013, where he worked with his Fine Arts Department to create a nationally recognized theatre program that cultivates a safe space for students, while encouraging a college and career-ready approach to teaching theatre.
Duellman is the first LCPS principal to receive this award.
The Virginia Thespian Chapter selects the Principal of the Year through a rigorous, competitive process that involves extensive review of applications, and recommendations.

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Come celebrate student directed one acts in our black box theater! Only 80 tickets available per show! To get tickets go to www.rrrpa.booktix.com. SEE YOU THERE!

RRPA and Rock Ridge Sings are joining forces THIS FRIDAY for Broadway Desserts! Tickets will be sold at the door for only $10, which gives you access to our incredible night of musical acts and as many free desserts you want! We can’t wait to see you there🎵🎶

🔲Exciting things are happening at RRPA! Our first ever one act festival will be performed in our black box NEXT WEEKEND. This will consist of 3 completely student directed one acts in all different styles! Support these incredible students and purchase tickets NOW due to limited seating at rockridgeperformingarts.org 🔳

🔲Exciting things are happening at RRPA! Our first ever one act festival will be performed in our black box NEXT WEEKEND. This will consist of 3 completely student directed one acts in all different styles! Support these incredible students and purchase tickets NOW due to limited seating at rockridgeperformingarts.org 🔳

There are countless ways theatre changes lives, so find out how it will impact yours! Enroll in theater classes today to take part in something great. #theatreisthefuture #whydotheatre

Consider taking a theatre class next year! Stage Fright? No worries! We will help you overcome it and set you up for success no matter what you choose to do in life! If you've taken one here at RRPA, comment below to let everyone know how taking a theatre class has helped you!

Taking theatre classes in high school makes you FIVE TIMES more likely to graduate. Not only that, but you’ll learn 21st century global citizen skills that will benefit you your whole life. Not to mention they are the most fun classes you will take in high school! #whydotheatre

Did you know? The students of RRPA and many other theatre companies have amongst the highest GPA’s out of their schools. Theatre creates all around hardworking and motivated students no matter what tasks are in front of them. #whydotheatre #rrpa

Take theatre classes and experience learning in a safe and loving environment. Here at RRPA you will have opportunities unlike any other! #whydotheatre #rrpa

Being involved in theatre in middle and high school has many real world benefits that apply to ANY career you may have! Take a theatre class and develop skills that will last you a lifetime. #whydotheatre #rrpa

What a fantastic closing night of Little Women at ITPA 👍🏼Great job to the company, and thank you so much for giving us a tour!

Big Fish vocals! Our first full week of rehearsals have been devoted to the beautiful music of Big Fish, and we are so excited to bring this story to life. A huge thank you to our vocal director Mr. Markwood for teaching us these challenging songs! #rrpabigfish 🎪🌼

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We are a finalist for Best Of Loudoun 2020! Voting opened today! Help us out and vote. You can vote once a day!

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GLEEK WEEK

On Tuesday we announced our brand new Broadway Bound Summer Camp: GLEEK WEEK! Registration is limited due to the focused training we wish to provide the students. This 1 Week Camp is already 50% full! Register today to guarantee your child's fun this summer. Registration at https://www.rockridgeperformingarts.org/gleek-week.html

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Our very first Big Fish rehearsal! The company read and sang through this stunning script as a group for the first time. We could not be more excited to take this journey together! #rrpabigfish 🌼🎪

[01/24/20]   Day 1 of the Virginia Thespian Festival was amazing! We loaded in the set for RENT and are ready for one last fantastic performance tomorrow. Stay tuned for updates on RRPA’s VTF weekend! #vtf2020

525,600 minutes in a year of love✨RENT tells the heartfelt and heartbreaking story of eight friends as they work through the hardest year of their lives. We are beyond thrilled to perform this one last time as a family TOMORROW at the Virginia Thespian Festival! 🎸📹

Study shows that access to theatre & drama can boost children’s academic performance

Creating safe spaces for children is key for developing 21st century global citizens. The students we see walk through our doors every day are some of the bravest, strongest, and most resilient.

schooltravelorganiser.com The recent university research explored the educational and social benefits of taking school groups to watch live theatre performances.

Due to LCPS campus closures today, sadly both performances of RENT today are cancelled. If you had tickets for either performance you have two options of what to do next: if you wish to let your ticket purchases be donated directly to the Virginia Thespian Society to support theatre education across the state. You don’t need to do any further work and it will automatically be donated. If you wish to receive a refund on your purchase, email [email protected]. Thank you all for your support- our opening and closing night was one to remember.

Support these incredible Thespians and come see RENT TONIGHT at 7pm! Tickets sold online and at the door 🎸📹 rrpa.booktix.com #vathesrent