A successful KCACTF 2010

Well, I must say that Daytona State's first KCACTF in nearly a decade was a success. Our student's represented themselves very well. Lindsey did an excellent job stage managing the New Play Festival, Kristina represented herself very well with her costume designs, and our actors hung with the best that the Southeast had to offer.

Audience members await the start of the Irene Ryan finals

Melissa and JP made it to the finals and were showcased with 16 other groups in the Tucker Theater at Middle Tennessee State University. There was a fantastic group of actors performing and Melissa and JP did wonderful work. I was immensely proud of their work and their achievement. They were among the elite in our region and belonged. They did not make the final cut, but their achievement is nothing to scoff at. We were all very proud of them.

Melissa and JP at their rehearsal for the finals on Friday morning

We made the 10 hour drive in one haul yesterday and arrived back in Daytona as a race was letting out at the Speedway. It was a fitting welcome home from Daytona Beach and I know many of us were happy to return to some warmer weather.

Tomorrow we begin The Arabian Nights! Very exciting! Stay tuned!

Geoffrey Kershner

Director of Theatre