Cohoes Elementary Drama

Hmmmmm, this face looks familiar!!

Meet Mike Teavee 📺🎮
From Roald Dahl's original book to films and the Broadway stage, Mike Teavee has always been glued to a screen and convinced he's the smartest kid in the room. This summer, Aaron Wood from Harmony Hill Elementary School in Cohoes brings the energetic, tech-obsessed troublemaker to life in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory!
🎭 What's the most fun thing about playing Mike?
"He's comedic and has really big energy."
🤝 Favorite rehearsal moment so far?
"The first rehearsal, getting to meet so many new people!"
🎮 If Mike could play one video game forever?
Fortnite.
🎮 What about Aaron?
Pokémon Gold.
✨ What's your favorite part about being in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?
"The whole team and cast make everything so fun."
💥 One word to describe Mike?
Bratty.
🎫 If Aaron found a Golden Ticket?
"I'd scream and tell my family and friends."
🍫 Favorite candy?
Twix.
And why should audiences come see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory this summer?
🌟 "The music and choreography are amazing - it will make you laugh, and get you to reflect on things."

Join Aaron and our incredible cast as they bring Roald Dahl's unforgettable characters to life June 26–July 18 at Cohoes Music Hall!
🎟️ Get your Golden Ticket before they're gone! Don't miss the bucket!
playhousestage.org/charlie

Kennedy Talent is an amazing local program run by our HS assistant director Tara!

🚨 Registration is NOW OPEN! 🚨

Join us for our 2026-2027 season:
⭐ Annie Kids (Ages 5-11)
❄️ Frozen Jr. (Ages 8-15)
💙 Dear Evan Hansen (Ages 13-18)

Register and submit your deposit by July 1 to receive:
✨ $50 off tuition
✨ FREE audition workshop

Reserve your spot today!
🌐 KennedyTalent.net

Consider A Chorus Line

So many members of our elementary drama student staff will be a part of A Chorus Line, directed by our high school assistant director and choreographer Tara Judd, next weekend with Kennedy Talent. I can't stress enough that the best way to keep young kids involved in theater is to show them what happens when you stick with it. Growth promotes growth. Taking your child to professional productions is always fun and promotes theater appreciation, but when children watch older kids (especially ones they know) onstage it creates realistic expectations and achievable goals. When a child sees performances or backstage work as achievable it encourages confidence and helps develop new skills.

A Chorus Line looks and sounds amazing. It is non-stop dancing and constant showstopping numbers with a story that will fill you with all of the emotions. It's also a special show for theater kids because it is a show about theater people which makes it relatable. The story takes place at a dance call in NYC and goes through meeting each performer at the final audition as they take their place next to each other onstage, which is commonly known as a chorus line.

Please be aware that the show is a little heavy at some parts and there is some language. Even though this is the teen version, please reach out if you are unfamiliar with the show and looking for more information.

Ticket info and performances with all Cohoes kids are listed in the comments.

Thank you to Cohoes Elementary Drama Club for your support! We appreciate you!❤️❤️
Watch these talented kids May 29-31 in A Chorus Line: Teen Edition👯‍♀️👯
Kennedytalenttix.ludus.com

I spy a Cohoes elementary drama graduate!

🍫 THE FACTORY IS OPENING… and here’s your first look at the principal cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! ✨
From golden ticket winners to their parents, and one very mysterious chocolatier… this crew is bringing pure imagination to the stage this summer at the Cohoes Music Hall. 🎩🍭
Meet the principals today… and come back tomorrow for the full ensemble reveal 👀

If you are looking for something to do THIS WEEKEND here is a great suggestion!! You will see some ⭐️familiar faces⭐️ absolutely nailing it onstage.

Parents and guardians, feel free to post any pictures or shout outs of your child in the comments.

Additionally, we try our best to remember shows that our drama kids are doing, but if we miss it or you would like to send us a reminder to share it, please send a link and some details via messenger and/or by emailing [email protected]. We never want to forget an opportunity to support our Cohoes kids!!