McKay H.S. Thespians

06/07/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next up we have Dedee! One of the most lively people in our department with the ability to fall asleep anywhere! Dedee has been in our department technically since her sophomore year doing makeup and hair during Addams Family, then tried out acting in our production of Descendants and ultimately chose teching again through her whole senior year! Thank you Dedee! You did so much from cheer, to spirit officer, to choir, and theatre, you really put your all into the things you’ve done and it’s incredible to be around. Thank you bringing that passion and love to our department Dedee! We can’t wait to see the incredible things you accomplish! Congratulations!!

06/07/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next up we have Alantha! Alantha is an honor thespian and has been in tons of our productions; including ensemble in both The Addams Family and Little Shop of Horrors, Belle in our production of Descendants, and Juliet in our production of Romeo and Juliet. Alantha is incredibly hard working and dedicated. Thank you Alantha and congratulations! We’re sure you’re on to big things! Good luck!

06/06/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next we have Emilio! An absolutely incredible and dedicated musician and actor who put so much of himself into the passions he has. From being Gomez in our production of The Addams Family as we were barely getting out of covid, to Ben in our production of Descendants, Emi is a very talented actor! Emi, thank you for the work you’ve done for our department and congratulations on graduating! We cant wait to see the incredible things you do and we’re sure music will be a big part of that! Again, thank you Emi and congratulations!
“always stand up for what you believe in regardless of the consequences, your voice makes a difference and could be the start towards something better, don’t be a follower but lead as an example cause if no one is gonna do it then who will, be the change and difference that is needed” - Emilio

06/05/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next up we have Jacky! Jacky is so hardworking, so dedicated, and knows how to keep everyone on track! Jacky has been a hardworking tech for our department through the years and was most recently our stage manager during Little Shop of Horrors. Jacky took charge and lead the way with power and strictness, while still showing the compassion we all needed. Thank you Jacky for all your hard work, it never went unnoticed! You’re gonna do incredible things and we can’t wait to see all of those!

06/04/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next up we have Alaina! Alaina is incredible! She is such a hard worker and is currently a 5 star thespian! She has been apart of numerous productions including Check Please, The Addams Family, and she was Mal in our production of Descendants. She was even house crew for our most recent production Little Shop of Horrors! Thank you Alaina for your dedication and work in this department! We know you’re going places and you’ll do incredible things! Congratulations!

06/03/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
next up we have Kalena! One of the most dedicated and determined people in our department. She’s been here since our freshman year when we did family nobody wanted, in masks. Sophomore and junior year she was our dance captain for both our musicals; The Addams Family and Descendants, while playing Evie in Descendants. She had two roles in our most recent play Romeo and Juliet; Capulet and Friar Lawrence, and was Audrey in our most recent production; Little Shop of Horrors. Kalena has put her all into theatre since the beginning of her highschool career and is so beyond dedicated to not only our department but the people are her. Congratulations Kalena, you’re absolutely incredible and we can’t wait to see how far you fly!

06/02/2024

This cast! This playwright! I’m so lucky to be in this show. PLEASE come support live theatre and new works at Theatre 33 Sunday at 7pm.

Cost is by donation- You will NOT be sorry you gave the time time to come.

06/02/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next up we have Daily! she is an incredible musician and actor and was recently Chiffon in our recent production of Little Shop of Horrors, congratulations Daily! We can’t wait to see the places you go in the future!

06/01/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
(running behind so there will be more then one today)
next up we have Jasmine! Jasmine was our STO both her junior and senior year. She has always had incredible leadership skills and was willing to take on anything with her head held high. Jasmine, you are going to do incredible things and go so many places. Congratulations!

05/30/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next up we have Anthony! Anthony is 3 star thespian & such a talented person to have in our department. He was the voice of Audrey 2, prior to that Adam Barclay in Calamityville terror and he has also teched! Anthony is a talented musician and singer and plans on continuing to grow those talents in the future. We can’t wait to see all the incredible things you do!

05/28/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
next up we have Alec! Alec is currently a 4 star thespian! He is an honor to have in our department. From Mal in Addams Family to Jay in Descendants, Mr Adams in Calamityville, and Orin in our most recent production Little Shop of Horrors, Alec is so incredibly talented! He even got into AMDA in New York with his college audition! Congratulations Alec, you’re going places & we can’t wait to see how far you go!

05/27/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next up we have Jasmine! One of the sweetest people McKays theatre has had the pleasure of having in our department. Doing a variety of things for our department including teching for our most recent productions Little Shop of Horrors and starring as the incredible Maleficent in our production of Descendants! Jasmine is bright, bubbly, and full of personality. She’s been an absolute honor to have in our department and we can’t wait to see the incredible things she does!

05/25/2024

Oh, dear, poor Audrey’s in trouble, now…What WILL she do?

Find out TODAY at 2pm and 7pm, our last two showings!

https://royalscotstheatre.ludus.com/index.php

Audience members are raving and Audrey II is raging!

Scotsman DailySalem-Keizer Public SchoolsSalem-Keizer Music and Theatre

05/25/2024

✨SENIOR SPOTLIGHT✨
Next we have Izaak! A 4 star thespian, who’s been in our department since our departments post covid come back. Izaak is a great representation of dedication towards our department; from being Lurch in Addams Family, to King Adam during Descendants, to the real villian in Calamityville, To Romeo in Romeo & Juliet, to even being assistant director on our current production of Little Shop of Horrors! Thank you Izaak for your dedication, hard work, and passion in this department. Congratulations & good luck, with anything and everything you decide to do with your life, with that kind of dedication there’s nothing you can’t put your mind to!

05/23/2024

✨Senior Spotlight✨
First on our list (completely randomized thanks to a spinning wheel) is Milo! Milo is a one star thespian in our department. From sound to lights to even props, he is an incredible asset to our department and many of our lives! As our sound technician for Little Shop we are lucky to have Milo through the end of their senior year, we can’t wait for the incredible things you do Milo! Good luck with your future, we know it’s bright!

05/22/2024

✨Senior Spotlight✨
First on our list (completely randomized thanks to a spinning wheel) is Milo! From sound to lights to even props, he is an incredible asset to our department and many of our lives! As our sound technician for Little Shop we are lucky to have Milo through the end of their senior year, we can’t wait for the incredible things you do Milo! Good luck with your future, we know it’s bright!

05/22/2024

LAST CHANCE TO SEE IT! This weekend, McKay Theatre closes its musical Little Shop of Horrors. With only 3 performances left, we’re offering a deal for only $5 you too can get eaten by the gigantic Audrey II puppet and take a picture! 📸 Come this weekend on Friday or Saturday to see this great musical before it’s too late!
Salem-Keizer Public SchoolsKMUZ Theatre TalkSalem-Keizer Music and TheatreScotsman Daily

05/21/2024

Comment below if these plants look familiar or your school has used them! ⬇️⬇️

We are trying to put together a timeline for these beauties and we need your help. Come jog your memory and see these amazing puppets in action this weekend at Mckay High School on Friday at 7pm and Saturday at 2pm & 7pm!

05/21/2024

One more weekend to see Little Shop of Horrors!! The link in our bio has presale tickets & you can also buy tickets at the door! We hope to see you there!!

05/19/2024

Can you name the songs associated with these moments? Free tickets for the first two correct replies (the last one’s a toughie)!

Don’t worry if you can’t figure it out, tickets are available for everyone at https://royalscotstheatre.ludus.com/index.php

See you at the theatre!

05/17/2024

Hey, McK alumni and friends of McKay Theatre- at our final dress tonight we decided we really want two spotlight ops but we’re out of techs…

Anyone wanna come play? I’m happy to mix & match on availability as it works for you…

Shows are May 17, 18, 24 & 25

Little Shop, Little Shop of…you’re welcome

05/16/2024

Come see Little Shop of Horrors! We open this May 17! Tickets: https://royalscotstheatre.ludus.com/index.php

KMUZ Theatre Talk Salem-Keizer Public SchoolsSalem ReporterMcKay Athletic Booster ClubScotsman DailySalem-Keizer Music and Theatre

05/14/2024

Hey everyone! As we end the year and round towards the end of our musical season, there’s going to be a lot of updates, promotion, and even senior spotlights! But first next week we will have a drama club, we haven’t had one in a long time and through the end of the year we’d like to open the department back up to the next round of future thespians! We hope to see you there! :)

04/24/2024

Get ready for constant Little Shop advertising 😉

04/11/2024

⭐️THESPIAN THURSDAY⭐️
INTRODUCING: Anthony Del Rayo
Anthony is a senior in our department this year. He started as a wonderful tech and during our production of The Calamityville Terror he was the father’s voice. He will also be starring (voicing) as our Audrey II in our upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors. Thank you Anthony for your hard work and dedication in this department. You have big dreams and we’ve got to watch you fly so far in those! Anthony is also a member in Scotsapella and our concert choir! We’re incredibly lucky to have him in our department!

03/28/2024

Can we all get a big round of applause for our double star Thespian, Sam (aka Batman)
Sam has played several roles in our McKay Theater Program from Addams Family, Descendants and is now our lead in our upcoming show Little Shop of Horrors! Sam is an extremely hardworking Thespian, and his hard work deserves acknowledgment. Thank you Sam for your dedication and representation of our theater department and Congratulations! 💫🦇

03/10/2024

SO HAPPY FOR OUR CHOIR BUDDIES!
Way to rep, McKay Choir Scots-Appella! FIRST PLACE AND ON TO NATIONALS!!!!
Scotsman Daily Salem-Keizer Public Schools Salem Reporter

03/06/2024

Hey, McKay Theatre Alumni! Do your miss your days in Royal Scots Theatre? Oregon Thespians is looking for volunteers 25+ years of age to help at our State Festival!

Headed up but former STO Sophia, sign up for this Alumni Committee and find out how to re-connect!

Hello Oregon Thespian Alumni! The annual Oregon Thespian State Festival is coming up April 4th to April 6th! We are doing our best to make State the best experience it can be for our current students. Volunteer positions are open for all who are able to join us. Our main goal is to gain volunteers w...