Maine West Drama

02/17/2023

Audiences are raving about this year’s MONSTROUSLY hilarious comedy, Mel Brooks’ “Young Frankenstein”! Click below to reserve tickets. Performances run Friday and Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 2pm. This show is rated PG-13 and is best suited for audiences 8th grade and up! www.mainewestdrama.org.

02/17/2023

10/16/2022

Thanks again to organizations that sponsored full-page ads in this year's fall play program! A great way to market your business and support the fine arts at Maine West! Interested in sponsoring our next production? Email David Harmon, Program Director, at [email protected] for more information! Hometown Real Estate Allegretti's Pizza Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras Des Plaines School Of Music Des Plaines Theatre Kiwanis Club of Des Plaines Mugs Pizza & Ribs Sugar Bowl Restaurant Alltech HVAC, Inc Don's Dock Seafood Market and Restaurant The Gyros Factory Mr. Beef And Pizza Illusion Bar Grill Cafe

08/24/2022

Don’t miss out! Informational meeting after school today in R207! NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!!! Can’t make it? Email Mr. Harmon at [email protected]. We got you!

08/10/2022

Gonna be HILARIOUS! 😆😜🤣 Stay tuned…

05/17/2022

Let’s have a standing ovation for our last Senior Spotlight, Raphael Ranola. Raph, it has been an absolute pleasure to watch you refine your craft and grow into a smart, kind and confident young man who knows who and what is most important in life. I have no doubt that your charisma, creativity and ability to collaborate will take you far beyond the Maine West stage. Best of luck to you, Raph! Keep in touch! ’regoodbutlet’sbegreat

05/17/2022

Our outgoing Drama Club President takes her final bow today! Congratulations, Lindsey! From freshman to senior, your contribution to our program has been considerable. Whether performing in musicals, plays, Improv Team or leading as an officer, you’ve always given your all. Looking forward to all the amazing things you’ll accomplish! Take care and keep in touch!

05/16/2022

Congratulations, Ciiiiiiiiiara! You’ve been such an important member of our program; your humility, heart and hilarious sense of humor will be greatly missed. Who else is gonna be grampa “Joe” in Mafia?! Joking aside, your abilities as an actor and creative collaborator are nothing short of impressive and I have no doubt they will take you far, whatever you decide to pursue. Cheers, lady! Keep in touch!

05/14/2022

Next year’s musical is Mel Brooks’ hilarious classic, “Young Frankenstein”! Be sure to check out audition info next fall!

05/13/2022

Kate Murphy; Costumer, artist and friend. We can’t begin to thank you for everything you’ve given Maine West Drama. More than a talented designer, you’ve always put students first and your legacy will no doubt live beyond your tenure. Best wishes on retirement! You’ve earned it! We love you and look forward to hearing about all of your adventures!

05/13/2022

👏…👏… Let’s begin a slow-clap for graduating senior, Iyanna Joyner! It has been an honor and privilege to work with you these past four years, Iyanna. Genuine, honest and hilarious; just a few of the words I’d use to describe you, whether performing as a character or just being yourself. It’s been a delight to watch you grow into a confident young woman who is ready to take on the world. Congrats, lady! Keep in touch!