Thank you all for attending NCS’s performance of The Princess Capers, written by Taryn Temple and brought to you by our very own enthusiastic middle school drama students. This is a story about friendship, adventure, and good versus evil—mashed together into a slap-slick comedy full of dancing, memorable one- liners, and 80’s and 90’s gems that only us parents can appreciate.
I’ve played the part of an actress but never that of a director, so this was a first for me. Navigating through this role with the kids has been both a challenge but yet an enjoyable learning experience. With each new avenue in life, it brings an opportunity to lean into the Father and grow in our relationship with Him. Getting to know each and every one of the kids and discovering their gifts and passions has been amazing. It’s a privilege to witness someone coming out of their shell or finding their voice and confidence to do something that’s hard and requires bravery.
I want to thank everyone who has helped and supported us along the way. This isn’t a one-man show—clearly! Many hands were at work both in view and behind the scenes. Thank you, Mrs. Leslie, for your encouragement and sharing your experiences of working with kids and performance! Thank you, Abby Bourne, for your director’s wisdom and advice! Thank you to the office gals, Jenn and Emily, who sorted through a thousand of my emails and offered support and assistance when I needed it. Thank you, Mrs. Plank, for taking on the photography while giving us photographers, Joel and I, a break! Thank you to all of the NCS parents who stepped up, put in the time, and filled the many roles like creating posters (Lauren), handling ticket sales and concessions, hair and makeup, making meals, loaning props and buying costume pieces, building sets (Kevin, Joel, Mike) and providing sound and tech (Dean) while listening to my big & beyond expectations! Thank you, Jenn Long, for handling everything I had forgotten to take care of or needed assistance with. You are my fairy godmother! Yes, I said it. Suck it up and allow me this moment of gratitude! I want to thank my husband and kids for your enduring patience and support throughout this whole director’s journey!
And thank you, God, for your patience, strength, and for giving us all this opportunity to produce and perform for your glory!
Praise the Lord! We made it, guys!
Andrea Knepper, Director
