"The Company of Great Expectations would like to dedicate this win to Dr. Myrlene Kennedy in honor of her 50 years as a sponsor of UIL Activities at Friendswood," Director Kathy Powdrell said.
The win is especially important because the University Interscholastic League will celebrate its Centennial year this June.
“Great Expectations would like to thank Principal Mark Griffon for his support and encouragement; we really appreciate it. GE wishes to thank the Fine Arts Team, the English Team and the faculty of FHS for the support of UIL One Act Play. Special thanks go out to Amy Thornton and Cliff Mabry for their help, support, and encouragement at every level of competition. The cast would also like to thank Superintendent Trish Hanks for her support,” Powdrell said.
This is the fourth appearance to the State meet in four years for FHS. This is the school's 16th appearance to the state meet: 12 appearances with Powdrell as director.
“Friday's win brings the fourth Conference AAAA State Championship to FHS Theatre! This legacy was built upon the dedication and commitment of Dr. Myrlene Kennedy and for that the FHS Drama Department is very grateful and give heartfelt thanks,” Powdrell said.
2006 3rd place State - sf A Man for all Seasons
2007 State Champions - sf Black Snow
2008 State Finalist - sf The Canterbury Tales
2009 State Champions - sf Great Expectations
Great Expectations is the UIL State Champion, UIL Region Champion, UIL Area Champion, UIL District Champion, and UIL Zone A Champion.
As UIL Zone A Champions, the following awards were given to FHS cast: Best Actress: Jennifer Finch; Best Actor: James Van Matre; All Star Cast: Mason Conrad, Ryan Frenk, Nick Vennekotter; and Honorable Mention All Star Cast: Charles Easterly, Allison Unger and Alex Williams.
As UIL District Champions, the following awards were given to FHS cast: Winning Best Actor: Nick Vennekotter; Winning All Star Cast: James Van Matre and Mason Conrad; and Honorable Mention to All Star Cast: Jennifer Finch in the role of Miss Havisham and Colin David.
As UIL Area Champions, the following awards were given to FHS cast: All Star Cast: Jennifer Finch and Nickolas Vennekotter; and Honorable Mention to the All Star Cast: Mason Conrad and Charles Easterly.
Winning 30 points toward the 2009 State Academic Championship, the awards for Great Expectations are Outstanding Technician: Trevor Janecek, Stage Manager; All-Star Cast: Nickolas Vennekotter in the role of Pip; and Honorable Mention to the All Star Cast: Jennifer Finch and James Van Matre in the role of Jaggers.
The cast of Great Expectations includes James Van Matre, Ryan Frenk, Colin David, Ben Watt, Allison Unger, Megan Holmes, Alex Williams, Teagan Batts, Chris Hailey and Andy Newton.
The crew was led by Trevor Jancecek and includes, Paul Kersteins, Alex Matta and Brian Gallagher.
The lighting crew was led by Sophomore Brian Gallagher and includes Paul Harrington and Paul Kersteins. |
