Meridian High School Department Of Theatre

03/08/2026

Congratulations To Our Theatre Wildcat Player And Officer Aaron Walker, And Director Of Theatre Randy Ferino On Being Chosen And Recognized For The Star Students And Teacher Award!!! Continue To Shine!

Congratulations to our Star Student for the 2025–2026 school year, Aaron Walker, representing our Arts Academy! 🌟

Aaron is an outstanding student whose hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have truly set him apart. He consistently demonstrates creativity, leadership, and a passion for the arts, making a positive impact both in the classroom and throughout our school community.

Aaron has chosen Mr. Randy Wayne as his Star Teacher, recognizing the guidance, encouragement, and inspiration Mr. Wayne provides to students each day. Thank you, Mr. Wayne, for the time, dedication, and passion you invest in pouring into our students and helping them reach their full potential.
Aaron is an active member of the award-winning theatre club, Wildcat Players, where he continues to showcase his talent and love for the performing arts. After graduation, he plans to follow in the footsteps of his chosen Star Teacher by attending Alabama State University to major in Theatre and pursue his dreams in the arts. 🎭

We would also like to thank our Arts Academy leadership team; Mrs. Russell, Academy Principal; Mrs. Keyes, Academy Lead; and Mrs. Patton, Counselor; for their unwavering support and dedication to our students. Your leadership and commitment continue to help our students grow, achieve, and succeed.

Congratulations again, Aaron! The future is bright, and we are proud to celebrate your accomplishments. 💙🐾

02/22/2026

TOMORROW!!! DOORS OPEN AT 5:30p.m.
SHOW STARTS AT 6:00!!!
BE THERE!!! ⚫️🟢🔴🎭

02/11/2026

⚫️🟢🔴BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND🔴🟢⚫️

If You Missed It The First Time, Here’s Another Chance! Back For Black History Month, The Award Winning Stage Production…"A Carefully Calculated Murder” (The Termination of Schwerner, Chaney, and Goodman) written and directed by Randy Ferino!!! Co-Directed By Award Winning Playwright Tyler Hopson!!!

Meridian High School Auditorium…
February 22, 2026
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Showtime at 6:00 p.m.

Flyer Created By: kristopher Jasper

02/11/2026

CONGRATULATIONS!!! To Meridian High School Department Of Theatre Student Mikaylah Edwards!! She received 1st Place Honors At The North Region “Poetry Out Loud Competition!”

Mikaylah Also Advanced To State Finals Which Will Be Held Next Month To Compete For A Chance To Go To Nationals In Washington D.C.!

01/23/2026

We are excited and blessed to announce that our Meridian High School Department Of Theatre is the NUMBER 3 THEATRE IN THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI AND SECOND RUNNER UP with their powerful production of “A Carefully Calculated Murder” — written and directed by Randy Ferino and co-directed by Tyler Hopson! The Wildcat Players touched some hearts with the staged reading of “What They Did To Emmett” written by Tyler Hopson The State Festival was held in Oxford, Mississippi, and our Wildcat Players Broke Every Leg!

Our students delivered an unforgettable performance at the University of Mississippi, and they truly SHINED on that stage. A time was definitely had, and we are SO proud of their talent, teamwork, and dedication!

🏆 AWARDS & HONORS 🏆

🏆 2nd Runner Up Best Production In The State
🥇 1st Place in Splash Scene - Aaron Walker & Mikaylah Edwards
🏅 Adjudicators Award in Tech Relay - Jarnez Barron, Veronica Garcia, and Issac Yates
🥇 1st Place in Acting 11 Monologue - Tyler Hopson
🏅 Outstanding Performance in a Supporting Role – Trinity Prince
🥇 1st Place in State Playwriting – Tyler Hopson
🏅 All-Star Cast – Kristopher Jasper
🏅 All-Star Cast – Zackery Stockman

A huge congratulations to Both Advancing Schools, and ALL schools from both the South and North Regions! And we already cannot wait for MTA next year!!!!‼️🎭

01/06/2026

If you are in the Jackson, Mississippi area on MLK Day please come out to the Civil Rights Museum and see this amazing stage production by Meridian High School Department Of Theatre!!! It is an experience like none other that you do not want to miss!!! 🐾🎭🐾🎭🐾🎭🐾

This year's MLK Night of Culture is centered on a theatrical performance by Meridian High School titled "A Carefully Calculated Murder," based on the true story of the 1964 Freedom Summer murders of three civil rights workers: James Chaney, Michael Schwerner, and Andrew Goodman. This 90-minute program will take place in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium on Monday, January 19, at 6 p.m. Admission is free sponsored by FedEx!

12/31/2025

As our year-in-review comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the moment that truly defined an unforgettable 2025 for the Wildcat Players. This is Part Five — the final chapter of our five-part miniseries celebrating everything we accomplished this year.

Our Dramafest journey with “A Carefully Calculated Murder” was nothing short of extraordinary. From stepping onto a big stage to earning major recognition at North Dramafest, the Wildcats delivered a standout performance that earned top honors, multiple accolades, and — most importantly — advanced us to the state level this January. 🏆🎭

None of this would have been possible without every actor, tech crew member, director, and supporter who poured their passion, time, and heart into this production. Together, we turned hard work into pride and memories we’ll carry with us for years to come.
2025 was a year of growth, dedication, and incredible achievements — and this is only the beginning. We can’t wait to write the next chapter in 2026. ✨

Song Hollywood Dreams by: Lil Xai Randy Ferino and Breana Marin

12/29/2025

As we go back down memory lane in our review of 2025, we are taking a look back at what made 2025 unforgettable for the Wildcat Players. This is Part Three of our five-part mini-series, shining lights on our wonderfully gifted thespians and all that they have accomplished this year.

The Wildcat Players started off the school year strong by showing out at the annual Oak Grove Improve Fest! Winning multiple awards at the festival, our thespians collaborated with students from schools all across the state of Mississippi and made up spontaneous scenes with their partners. Our students had a blast showcasing their skills!

Part Four will be uploaded tomorrow at 1

12/29/2025

🐾 🩷💙🩷💙 🐾 Bonus Footage!!!