When it comes to extra-curricular activities, performance arts are a great way to make new friends, learn new skills and of course have fun. Bishop O’Dowd High School has a rich history of jazz, string and symphonic bands and our highly-acclaimed drama group stages fabulous performances multiple times a year for the community. We encourage any interested students to join us.
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Drama
One of the more popular co-curricular activities at O’Dowd, O’Dowd theatre students ignite the community with several performances a year in our beautiful 325-seat performing arts center. From classics to musicals to modern plays, each year brings something new to applaud.
♩All the worlds a stage, and we’re getting ready for our show. Audition information down below!♩
We are thrilled to announce that this year’s fall production will be Shaina Taub’s musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic comedy, As You Like It! Named one of The New York Times’ best shows of 2017, As You Like It is a dream-like tale of faithful friends, feuding families and lovers in disguise. Featuring an original folk-pop score by Shaina Taub, you will fall under love’s spell with this magical story!
The original NYC production featured over 200 actors and community members performing alongside Broadway stars, celebrating the city’s diverse spirit. We urge all members of the O’Dowd community, regardless of previous experience, to consider joining us this fall so that this production can be a celebration of the diversity here at O’Dowd and the greater Bay Area.
Auditions will be held after school from August 30th-September 1st with a possible callback on September 3rd. If you are interested in participating, please fill out this Audition Form. Those who fill out the audition form will receive a follow up email in the next few days with more information including what to prepare for auditions.
Scenes from the original production of Shaina Taub’s As You Like It here.
If you have any questions please email dramadept@bishopodowd.org.
If you are interested in being part of the tech crew, please email Jonathan Angeles at jangeles@bishopodowd.org.
We Were There: A Crisis Reflected
O’Dowd’s original show from Fall 2020 is now available! “We Were There: A Crisis Reflected” features student-produced monologues, scenes, songs, dance, and film that responds to both living through a global pandemic, and the heightened social, political, and cultural crisis to address institutionalized racism in our country.
“In theatre, we are humanitarians. We make change by telling stories. That’s our charism for social justice. We help people see the world differently, and we motivate them to action.”
-Trina Oliver, aka “MizzO”
Theatre Arts, Bishop O’Dowd High School
Part 1 https://youtu.be/G9KqyYRmsUM
Part 2 https://youtu.be/VIjORdQe0NU
Band/Orchestra
O’Dowd’s popular Instrumental Music Department offers student musicians a number of ways to showcase their talents. From String Orchestra to Symphonic Band to Jazz Workshop, Jazz Combo, and Advanced Jazz Band, music aficionados have plenty of opportunities to play and develop what they love. Regardless of which ensemble they join, students will get the chance to join a tradition of musical excellence and to perform at various festivals and concerts throughout the year. Performances have included Reno Jazz Festival, CMEA Festivals, Music in The Parks, Santa Cruz Jazz Festival, Campana Festival, and Disneyland. Many of our students have gone on to become working professionals and educators in the field of music.
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