Bravo Theatre will put on three showings of “Up the Down Staircase” and “Distracted” on May 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. and on May 7 at 2 p.m. Both productions are directed by Karen Gossett, a guest director.

“From the beginning, I have been very impressed with the talent and focus of these students,” Gossett said. “They come prepared and ready to work. I came here to teach and I have learned so much. The respect they have for all involved is amazing. I have never worked with students who have such a passion for their art.

A total of 41 students are involved with the productions in both acting and the technical aspects, and over 60 hours have been put into rehearsals.

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Actresses from both casts get ready in the green room. Actors got ready in the theater classroom.