Tuesday, January 28, 2020

FHS indoor track performances for MSTCA Invitational Jan 26, 2020


MSTCA Boys and Girls INVITATIONAL       
LARGE SCHOOLS - 1/26/2020   
RLTAC Robert McIntyre Track - Boston  
                    
Complete Results  

FHS filtered results
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v_vjnfF9VctZpJtFkgCJnupbboBVVIxvaMyOlcDFviE/edit?usp=sharing


Highlights
"Nick Calitri broke the 1000m SCHOOL RECORD"
"Ava Fraulo and Lindsay Morse scored in the high jump placing 3rd and 4th"
"C. Harrington runs a PR in the 600m with a 1:25"

Also on the weekend:

New Balance Grand Prix - Junior Boys Mile
8
Tyler Brogan 4:21.64



Girls 55 Meter Dash
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 Meet Record: *  7.06 1/24/2016   Brooke-Lynn Williams, Norton                
    Name                    Year School     Prelims H#
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  74 Toli, Caroline            11 Franklin 8.12   2 8.114
  92 Fraulo, Ava               10 Franklin 8.23   7 8.229
 99 LeBlanc, Kelsey           11 Franklin 8.40   7


Girls 300 Meter Dash
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 Meet Record: * 39.27  1/31/2011 Rebecca Robinson, Arlington                 
    Name                    Year School     Finals H#
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  1 Ingemi, India             12 Beverly 40.13  13 
   8 Fenerty, Jillian          10 Franklin 42.48  11
 54 Jackson, Lauren           12 Franklin 45.98   4


Girls 600 Meter Run
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 Meet Record: * 1:32.95  1/31/2011 Andrea Keklak, Lincoln-Sudbury H.S.       
    Name                    Year School     Finals H#
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34 Powderly, Samantha        12 Franklin 1:46.12   2


Girls 1000 Meter Run
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 Meet Record: * 2:51.27  1/26/2014 Karina Shepard, Dracut                    
    Name                    Year School     Finals H#
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 23 Hawkins, Sydney           11 Franklin 3:15.30   1

Girls 55 Meter Hurdles
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 Meet Record: *  8.02 1/31/2004   Tiana Riel, Hopkinton H.S.                  
    Name                    Year School     Prelims H#
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Preliminaries
28 Morse, Lindsey            11 Franklin 9.54   8 9.538

Girls 4x200 Meter Relay
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 Meet Record: * 1:43.65  1/31/2010 Boston Latin School, Boston Latin         
                         A Williams, E Rice, T Reid, M Brooks              
    School                                               Finals H#
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 15 Franklin  'A'                             1:51.14 5

Girls 4x400 Meter Relay
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 Meet Record: * 3:54.70  1983 Brookline H.S.                            
    School                                               Finals H#
===================================================================
  13 Franklin  'A'                             4:22.91 2

Girls 4x800 Meter Relay
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 Meet Record: * 9:30.05  1/27/2013 Narragansett Reg., Narragansett           
                         K Chartier, A Capps, R Capps, K Webb              
    School                                               Finals H#
===================================================================
   13 Franklin  'A'                             10:27.07 1

Girls High Jump
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 Meet Record: *  5-09 1988   (1.75m) Kyle Emery, Swampscott H.S.         
    Name                    Year School     Finals 
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  1 Lavery, Sarah             12 North Andove 5-06.50  
  3 Fraulo, Ava               10 Franklin J5-02.00  
  4 Morse, Lindsey            11 Franklin J5-02.00 


Boys 600 Meter Run
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 Meet Record: * 1:18.94  1/24/2016 Rodney Agyare-May, Burncoat               
    Name                    Year School     Finals H#
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  1 Levy, Justin              10 Newton South 1:22.58  11 
  7 Harrington, Camden        12 Franklin 1:25.17   7

Boys 1000 Meter Run
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 Meet Record: * 2:27.22  1/27/2013 Mike O'Donnell, Methuen                   
    Name                    Year School     Finals H#
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  1 Grant, Shane              12 Walpole 2:29.54   5 
  3 Calitri, Nicholas         11 Franklin 2:34.18   4

Boys 4x200 Meter Relay
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 Meet Record: * 1:30.61  1/26/2019 Wellesley, Wellesley                      
                         R Reed, D Chalmers, D Olson, C Stakun-Pickering   
    School                                               Finals H#
===================================================================
   14 Franklin  'A'                             1:34.59 5
Boys 4x800 Meter Relay
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 Meet Record: * 7:59.05  1/26/2019 Lincoln-Sudbury, Lincoln-Sudb             
                         J Ensley, A Shew, J Carter, R Roosa               
    School                                               Finals H#
===================================================================
 11 Franklin  'A'                             8:42.38 1
Boys Long Jump
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 Meet Record: * 23-01.25  1/26/2019 Adam Yang, Acton-Boxbor                  
    Name                    Year School     Finals H#
===================================================================
  17 Cummings, Jacob           12 Franklin 20-00.50   4






Nick Calitri broke the 1000m SCHOOL RECORD
Nick Calitri broke the 1000m SCHOOL RECORD

Ava Fraulo and Lindsay Morse scored in the high jump placing 3rd and 4th
Ava Fraulo and Lindsay Morse scored in the high jump placing 3rd and 4th

Everly Brothers Experience at OCC Coffeehouse - Feb 15

EVERLY BROTHERS EXPERIENCE 
featuring THE ZMED BROTHERS

at OCC Coffeehouse
Saturday, Feb. 15, 2 PM 
(Note the afternoon time)

Since 2016, brothers Zachary and Dylan Zmed, along with their partner and drummer Burleigh Drummond, have celebrated the pivotal music and history of The Everly Brothers legacy with enthusiastic crowds all across the US and overseas in prestigious venues. They say, " The music of the 50's and 60's are nostalgic for us, our parents raised us all on it, and we feel that the Everly's contribution is greatly overlooked, especially by younger generations. Our aim is not to impersonate but to do our best in honoring the aesthetics of their iconic sound and in honoring the important role they played in pioneering the rock n' roll movement, all while having a little fun sharing our own personal story," and they do just that. With a father, (Adrian Zmed) as a traveling singer/dancer/actor (Grease 2, Bachelor Party, T.J. Hooker), and a mother (Barbara) as a second grade teacher in a suburb of Los Angeles, the Zmed Brothers continuously strive to pay homage to their personal roots by always infusing an instinctual blend of entertainment (a la Smothers Brothers) and contextual education in their performance.

The Everly Brothers' career lasted over half a century, they recorded 21 studio albums, sold more than 60 million records world wide, had over 30 billboard top-100 singles, which still to this day is the record for most billboard charting hits of any sibling rock duo ever. They received numerous accolades in their later career, and influenced countless legendary artist that came after them, including The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, The Bee Gees, Neil Young..and the list goes on. THE ZMED BROTHERS are absolutely thrilled to be able to contribute to a cause that supports the recognition and preservation of the intimate and singular origins of America's greatest Rock n' Roll singing sibling duo.

Tickets for the concert are $35, available at the church office, 508-384-3110, or at www.musicatocc.org. The event will be in the sanctuary of the church with entry from the side door. Parking is available behind the church and in the lot across the street. For more information and to be added to the mailing list, visit the website or contact Ken Graves, 508-384-8084, occmusic99@gmail.com.

  • Original Congregational Church
  • 1 East Street, Wrentham, MA 02093
  • Phone: 508-384-3110



Everly Brothers Experience at OCC Coffeehouse - Feb 15
Everly Brothers Experience at OCC Coffeehouse - Feb 15

"flu season hasn’t even peaked"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"Influenza rarely gets the sort of attention that coronavirus has, even though flu has already sickened at least 13 million Americans this winter and killed 6,600 people. In a bad year, the flu kills up to 61,000 Americans.

There’s a deadly virus spreading from state to state. It preys on the most vulnerable, striking the sick and the old without mercy. In just the past few months, it has claimed the lives of at least 39 children.

The virus is influenza, and it poses a far greater threat to Americans than the coronavirus from China that has made headlines around the world.

“When we think about the relative danger of this new coronavirus and influenza, there’s just no comparison,” said Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of preventive medicine and health policy at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. “Coronavirus will be a blip on the horizon in comparison. The risk is trivial.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200126/coronavirus-terrifies-us-but-another-virus-has-already-killed-6000-in-us

Can flu be treated?

Yes. There are prescription medications called “antiviral drugs” that can be used to treat flu illness. CDC recommends prompt treatment for people who have flu infection or suspected flu infection and who are at high risk of serious flu complications, such as people with asthma, diabetes (including gestational diabetes), or heart disease.
Find out more about flu and treatments at the Centers for Disease Control
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/treatment/whatyoushould.htm

What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs
What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs

"If Weston selects Peri, Franklin will have some big shoes to fill"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"School officials may find themselves in search of a new principal for the high school this spring if the current principal is selected to join the Weston Public Schools District.

Franklin High School’s popular principal, Paul Peri, is among three finalists for the same position at Weston High School. Peri announced his candidacy to the community via a letter last week, and the Weston School District released the names of the finalists on Jan. 24.

“After teams of parents, teachers, and administrators reviewed over 40 resumes and applicants completed a data analysis task, we moved forward seven candidates to be interviewed,” Weston Superintendent Dr. Marguerite Connolly noted in a Jan. 24 statement updating the district about the process.

Last week, a group of central office administrators, department heads, high school teachers, parents, and high school students interviewed the candidates and recommended the three finalists. Besides Peri, the finalists also include Weston High School Assistant Principal Kelly Flynn and Somerville High School Assistant Principal Dr. Darius Green."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200127/franklin-hs-principal-finalist-in-weston

Paul Peri
Paul Peri (Twitter profile picture)

Monday, January 27, 2020

Franklin Historical Museum - Chris Woolf - "How Russian meddling impacted the American Revolution" - Feb 9, 2020

As our Second Sunday Speaker Series continues in February 2020, we welcome local resident and historian Chris Woolf as he discusses ‘How Russian meddling impacted the American Revolution’. Russia was one of the great powers of the 18th century and, while far off, its decisions had an impact on the outcome of the American Revolution. 

Although the title of the topic is a little provocative, as it plays on modern headlines, it mostly focuses on two interesting diplomatic events that helped shape the course of the war. It’s a good reminder that the revolution ended the way it did.

Chris Woolf is the ‘History Guy’. He is news Editor of public radio’s The World (the public radio production of the BBC, PRX and WGBH). Also Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at The Voice Depot. Chris is a storyteller and lover of history who enjoys analyzing and explaining international relations, historical issues, foreign policy, defense issues, military operations, strategic thinking, etc. etc. 

Join us on Sunday, February 9 at 1:10 PM for his historic and unique look at the American War for Independence. 

The Second Sunday Speaker Series is supported by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum. The museum is located at 80 West Central Street. We are ADA compliant, admission is always free and donations are gratefully accepted.

Catherine the Great of Russia
Catherine the Great of Russia

FM #195 - Franklin Matters integration update

FM #195

This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 195 in the series, now collaborating with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

I want to take a few minutes of your time to provide some updates on how the integration of Franklin Matters with the Franklin TV and Radio operations are going. In case you missed it, at the end of September I retired from my full time corporate position with John Hancock. I chose the timing carefully to allow for me to conduct the candidate interviews in the run up to the Franklin Biennial election in November.

In that effort, I managed to publish the interviews with 19 of 21 of the candidates for the Town Council and School Committee. Some of the interviews were published as audio files, some as text. Most were conducted in person, although some were conducted via email. While I can rest assured that the voters should have been better prepared than previous years. I still found folks who had no idea what I was doing and the information that I was publishing. I will not rest knowing that we did have a small turnout.

On the plus side, the election day results were broadcast live from the FHS gymnasium. Frank Falvey and I conducted on the spot interviews with candidates and others waiting for the results in the gym. We had queued up some segments that were pre-recorded with the Town Clerks Teresa Burr and Nancy Danello, and Franklin historian James Johnston to work into the live broadcast. Frank also prepared about an hour long program with election music that was broadcast as the lead in to our live show.

While I knew going live was going to be a first, that this was also the first time that the Franklin Radio station had ever been live was a surprise to me. I was very nice to find out we had set two records at the same time. I look forward to more live broadcasts. 2020 will a significant election year. The Presidential Primary is in March with the State Primary (includes the MA state senate and representative seats) in September, followed by the Presidential election in November.

In short, the integrations are going well. I am having a great time. I am continuing to learn and share what I learn. I am able to spend more time leisurely walking about town, mostly going from meeting to meeting, My reporting while walking around will be better for the time spent.

I have been provisioned with recording equipment to create a mobile studio. While my own personal device still functions well, I’ll now use it as a back up to the high quality equipment from the studio. As I learn the tips and tricks in using this new equipment, the recordings I make in the smaller Municipal Building conference rooms and 3rd Floor Training room should all sound much better. You will benefit from better audio quality. Franklin TV and Radio will benefit by having my mobile unit expand the coverage they already provide from the Council Chambers, and the studio on 23 Hutchinson St.

In addition to the meetings that I record, I’ll be adding more interviews with key Franklin individuals. For example, Karen Alves, the Senior Center Director, recently provided an outlook at the programs being offered. I have more in process to help us all understand the variety and quality of the offerings that the senior center provides to the seniors, veterans, and to other members of the Franklin community.

Cathleen Liberty, the new Health Director, met with me recently to record the introductory session of what we believe will be a series on the Health Dept and the work they do. EEE caught a lot of news last year and the coronavirus is all over the news currently so we’ll likely be back sooner than later with an update on how Franklin is preparing.

My primary focus for reporting remains to ‘follow the money.’ You will continue to get timely and accurate reporting from the Town Council, School Committee, and Finance Committee meetings.

Given the additional time I have, I will expand my focus to also include items on the ‘quality of life’ here in Franklin. While the budget is a key priority, we also need to have constructive discussions around what we want Franklin to be. How do we prioritize the budget to achieve this? For example, 2028 is coming closer each day. What is 2028? 2028 will be the 250th anniversary of the creation of Franklin.What will life here be like? How much would Ben Franklin recognize? How much would he approve?

Your input will be looked for as the year progresses. For example, what would a web page with Franklin TV, Franklin Radio, and Franklin Matters look like? What info would you expect to find there? These questions and others will come along as we continue to integrate Franklin Matters and its digital news feed into the video and radio feeds. These are exciting times.

You have heard me say before, this podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but I can't do it alone. I can always use your help.

How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors.
  • If you don't like this, please let me know.


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.
Thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

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FM #195 - Franklin Matters integration update
FM #195 - Franklin Matters integration update


Rotary Club of Franklin to host wine tasting fundraiser @Pour Richard's

From the Wicked Local/Franklin, article of interest for Franklin:
"The Rotary Club of Franklin will host its wine tasting fundraiser from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 30 at Pour Richard’s, 14 Grove St., Franklin, with a tasting comparing European and American wines. 
This year the Rotary Club of Franklin celebrates its 90th anniversary. For almost a century, this organization has been serving the Town of Franklin and the surrounding communities of Norfolk, Medway, Wrentham and Bellingham. 
Among the many contributions to these communities, Rotary has consistently provided scholarships to graduating high school seniors. These grants have helped many young people further their education and allowing them to realize their dreams."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20200124/rotary-club-of-franklin-to-host-wine-tasting-fundraiser

Rotary Club of Franklin to host wine tasting fundraiser @Pour Richard's
Rotary Club of Franklin to host wine tasting fundraiser @Pour Richard's

Register O'Donnell Promotes Registry of Deeds Internet Research



Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

Register O'Donnell Promotes Registry of Deeds Internet Research

Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell again reminds Norfolk County residents that you do not have to spend time and money driving to the Registry to view land records since they are available online via the Registry's internet-based document research system at www.norfolkdeeds.org.

"Providing secure, accurate and accessible land record information, coupled with our on-site customer service center, is central to our work here at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds," stated Register O'Donnell.

Elaborating on the Registry's research capabilities, O'Donnell noted, "Users are able to research land record information by multiple options, including the name of the property owner and property address. Members of the public can access our internet-based document research system for many endeavors such as determining property ownership, researching land titles, reviewing land plans (only plans which are recorded at the Registry) and finally to confirm that documents affecting a person's property, such as mortgage discharges, have been recorded."

The Registry's website also provides information on how to obtain certified copies of land documents. The Registry's certified copy charges are $1.00 per page plus an additional $1.00 per document for postage.
In conclusion, Register O'Donnell stated, "Our core mission here at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds includes providing our users with first-class customer service each and every day. Norfolk County residents and businesses deserve a Registry of Deeds that provides them with access to land record information in an easily accessible and consumer friendly manner. The Registry website www.norfolkdeeds.org does that by bringing the Registry records into your homes and businesses."

To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and/or Instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds.

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.


Register William P. O'Donnell

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

phone: 781-234-3336
Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831


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Register O'Donnell Promotes Registry of Deeds Internet Research
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FTC Data Shows that the FTC Received Nearly 1.7 Million Fraud Reports, and FTC Lawsuits Returned $232 Million to Consumers in 2019


New data released by the Federal Trade Commission shows that FTC actions led to more than $232 million in refunds to consumers across the country in 2019.

A core part of the FTC's mission is to return money to consumers who are harmed by illegal business practices. Over the last four years, consumers have cashed more than $1 billion in FTC refund checks.

Refunds to Consumers
Refunds to Consumers
In addition to refunds, the newly released data also shows that the FTC received 3.2 million reports to its Consumer Sentinel Network in 2019. Reports from around the country about consumer protection issues are a key resource for FTC investigations that stop illegal activities and, when possible, provide refunds to consumers.

The most common type of fraud reported to the FTC in 2019 was imposter scams; government imposter scams, in particular, were the most frequently reported, and up more than 50 percent since 2018. Of all reports received, the top categories were identity theft, imposter scams, telephone and mobile services, online shopping, and credit bureaus.

Refunds to Consumers

Consumer Sentinel Infographic: there were 3.2 million reports in 2019 in which consumers reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud.The FTC Act allows the FTC to seek refunds from companies whose actions harm consumers.

Consumer Sentinel Network
Consumer Sentinel Network
During 2019, more than 1.9 million consumers cashed FTC checks received as a result of law enforcement cases. When consumers don't cash their refund checks, the FTC uses that money to send additional mailings to ensure the maximum amount of money is returned to consumers. Any remaining refund money is sent to the U.S. Treasury.

For the first time, data about the FTC's refund program will be available online in an interactive dashboard, including state-by-state and case-by-case breakdowns of the amount refunded to consumers. The dashboard is available at ftc.gov/exploredata.

The FTC's Consumer Sentinel Network is a database that receives reports directly from consumers, as well as from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and a number of private partners. The network received 3.2 million reports in 2019, including nearly 1.7 million fraud reports as well as identity theft and other reports.

Consumers reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud in 2019, with nearly $667 million lost to imposter scams alone. While scammers target consumers using every possible method of communication, phone calls were the most common. A small percentage of consumers who reported they encountered a fraud over the phone said they actually lost money. When they did, the median individual loss was more than $1,000.

The FTC uses the reports it receives through the Sentinel network as the starting point for most of its law enforcement investigations, and the agency also shares these reports with more than 2,500 law enforcement users around the country. While the FTC does not respond to individual complaints, Sentinel reports are a vital part of the agency's law enforcement mission.

Refunds to Consumers
https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/cases-proceedings/refunds/data-refunds-consumers

FTC Data to Explore   
https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2019
 

FSPA Musical Theater Program to present “Disaster!” - Feb 1-2

The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Musical Theater program will present “Disaster!” at THE BLACK BOX. This features an all-student youth cast on February 1 at 1:00 and 4:00 PM and an all-student teen cast on February 8 at 2:00 and 7:30 PM. Earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos, and the unforgettable songs of the '70s take center stage in Broadway’s side-splitting homage to classic disaster films.

With extensive programs in music, dance, and drama all housed under one roof, FSPA is uniquely positioned to offer an immersive interdisciplinary musical theater experience. Younger students explore the exciting world of musical theater with an introduction to basic skills in singing, acting, and dancing, while older and more advanced students build upon this foundation with increasingly challenging repertoire, technique, and scene work. 

Musical theater history and audition technique round out the department’s hands-on, multi-disciplinary opportunities. Alumni of FSPA’s Musical Theater program have gone on to perform on Broadway, in national tours, regional theater, cruise ships, and other venues around the world.

For tickets to “Disaster!” and more information on FSPA’s offerings, visit www.FSPAonline.com or call 508-528-8668. Performed .

 
FSPA Musical Theater Program to present “Disaster!” - Feb 1-2
FSPA Musical Theater Program to present “Disaster!” - Feb 1-2