DM North Theatre Arts

04/18/2026

Over the past few months, these students have learned how to perform this beautiful musical. Beyond that, they have learned how to collaborate, share ideas, support each other, give and get feedback, and how to work despite or through some tough teenage life stuff.

I am so proud of how they have stuck together and created this show together. As the adults, we give them the tools and the space, but they are the ones who have to fly. And, they are SOARING!

They have built more than a show: Their confidence, leadership, artistry, acceptance, and friendship. Onstage and off, the students are stepping up to solve problems and create magic. Being witness to that process is why I keep showing up!

These young people deserve the world and I'm so grateful and proud to be part of theirs in this moment!

One more chance to see Once on this Island at North! 7 pm tonight!

04/17/2026

Some pics from our school matinee yesterday!

Today and Tomorrow, 7 pm
North High School

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04/16/2026

Polar Bearistas celebrated the musical with a special "Paradise Punch!"

School Matinee today for some elementary friends and a few classes here at North!
Friday and Saturday: Showtime!!
7pm at North

Link for online tickets: (Listed as Musical Play)
https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/dmnorth/tickets

04/03/2026

Mike Sandmeyer: Music Director and Sword Master.
Some method training for our 8 count bamboo sword fight!

Once on this Island
April 17-18, 7 pm

03/08/2026

Yesterday, we had a Saturday workday! We made a lot of good progress, and still had time for a snack circle.

Once on this Island
April 17-18
7 pm

03/05/2026

02/13/2026

Rehearsals for the musical are underway! Lucky Friday the 13th: Students get to practice their singing while marching and jogging in place to help prepare for choreography!

This is going to be a great show; I can feel it already!

Once on this Island
North High School
April 17-18

01/14/2026

A small group of North theatre students visited the Civic Center this morning to see the Six costumes up close! There was also a Q & A with one of the actors and the costume manager, who talked about the designs and maintenance of the costumes as well as life and careers on tour! It was a great learning opportunity and a fun outing! 🤩🤩