OLSH Theatre Blog - Ms Manuel's Blog
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Last Call - Raffle Tickets for Wicked - Please help!
Monday, February 2, 2026
Lock In Information - 02/07 thru 02/08 - FULL COMPANY
Our Annual Spring Musical Lock In has been approved and will take place this Saturday into Sunday.
This overnight rehearsal experience provides extended rehearsal time and helps build community as we enter the final stretch of the production. All Cast Members are expected to attend.
Schedule Overview:
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Saturday (5:00 PM): Student arrival at school - we may have an earlier call time for some groups
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Evening rehearsal, shared meals, and group activities
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Overnight stay with adult supervision
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Sunday:
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Families are invited to attend Mass at 9:00 am
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The Love Walk will follow mass and is optional for students and families, but we hope many can participate (more info below)
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Students will be dismissed afterward
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A permission form will be sent home with students and will include a checkbox for Mass and Love Walk attendance. This will count as your RSVP.
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This information taken from a blast that was sent to our entire school community.
Dear OLSH Community,
You are invited to participate in the Love Walk for the Poor on Sunday, February 8, 2026—a meaningful tradition that allows us to stand in solidarity with those in need.
The day will begin with 9:00 AM Mass in the Chapel. At approximately 10:00 AM, we will gather outside the Chapel to carry our donations and walk to the Felician Sisters’ Cemetery for a blessing, joined by the Felician Sisters. Afterwards, we will walk to the school to drop off our donations.
Started 35 years ago by Sister Louise Marie Olsofka, the Love Walk for the Poor is sponsored by the OLSH Mission Leader and Campus Ministry. All participants are encouraged to bring:
- Baby items (blankets, bottles, diapers, wipes) for Choices Pregnancy Services
- Non-perishable food items for Our Lady’s Food Pantry
- Cash donations (checks payable to “OLSH Pantry Fund” or “Choices Pregnancy Center”)
Sign up in the OLSH main office or call (412) 264-5140 by Wednesday, February 4.
Please dress for the weather, as we walk in the cold to reflect on the challenges faced by those who must carry all their possessions with them.
We hope you will join us in prayer and service for those less fortunate.
Blessings,
OLSH Campus Ministry
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Hadestown Cast - Google Classroom Work
Crew,
Make sure you are working on vocals and movement.
Record yourself and turn in assignments by the deadlines.
This is YOUR show! Give it your best work!!
Monday, January 26, 2026
OLSH Theatre Families - if you want to give to this Go Fund Me
For Isaac and Jordan. With Love from your OLSH Theatre Family.
Standing with the Jones Family in Their Time of Need
Isaac and Jordan go out of their way to show people they matter, truly reflecting God’s light wherever they go. Now, it’s our turn to be the light for this family. While nothing can replace their father, we can come together to make life a little easier as they navigate an uncertain future.
Please keep Isaac, Jordan, and the entire Jones Family in your prayers.
Hadestown Ticket Sales
Hello Everyone!
The family ticket presale for Hadestown is now open!
Tickets may be purchased using the access code through Wednesday, February 4, when tickets will go on sale to the general public and no code will be required.
Presale officially opens January 29, 2026.
As a reminder, each family must be signed up for a parent committee in order to participate in the ticket presale.
All presale tickets must be purchased through online ticketing.
Tickets sell out quickly — we strongly encourage purchasing early.
You should have received an email with instructions and a special access code. If you did NOT receive the email, please contact us.
If you have any questions or run into issues, please contact us.
OLSH Musical at musical@olsh.org
Have a great day, and we can’t wait to share Hadestown with you!
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Rehearsal - Week of 03/15/2026
STRIKE DAY is mandatory for ALL Cast & Crew. We will also be asking for a few adult volunteers to help us clear the stage and "say good-bye" to Hadestown. We will most likely need to rent a dumpster and/or be able to haul materials. If you have a pick up truck we could really use your help. More details will be sent out closer to the date. Thank you!
- If students miss rehearsals they may not be able to participate. School Attendance and Grading Policies will be adhered to for ALL Theatre activities.
- Changes/updates to the schedule will be marked in RED.
- All students should bring a refillable water bottle.
- Bring a snack if you will need it.
- After STRIKE IS COMPLETER Cast & Crew will celebrate together at the Cast Party.
| Date | Day | Time | Event - Called | Who is Called? | Materials | Notes | TARGET DATES |
| 3/15/2026 | Sunday | Strike 10:00 - 4:00 Cast Party will follow | Strike & Cast Party | Cast & Crew | |||
| 3/16/2026 | Monday | ALL DAY | LIFE RETURNS TO NORMAL | Cast & Crew & Production Team | Catch up on schoolwork, sleep, and your life. Watch our for the "post show crash". Thank you for all of your hard work!! |
Rehearsal - Week of 03/08/2026
- Performances count as our "playoff season". School Attendance and Grading Policies will be adhered to for ALL Theatre activities.
- Changes/updates to the schedule will be marked in RED.
- All students should bring a refillable water bottle to rehearsals.
- Bring a snack if you will need it.
| Date | Day | Time | Event - Called | Who is Called? | Materials | Notes | TARGET DATES |
| 3/8/2026 | Sunday | 12:00 Call 2:00 Curtain | PERFORMANCE | Cast & Crew | Eat before you arrive | ||
| 3/9/2026 | Monday | x | x | x | |||
| 3/10/2026 | Tuesday | x | x | x | |||
| 3/11/2026 | Wednesday | 2:30 - 6:00 | Brush Up Rehearsal (mandatory) | Cast & Crew | |||
| 3/12/2026 | Thursday | x | x | x | |||
| 3/13/2026 | Friday | 2:30 (stay) 7:30 Curtain | PERFORMANCE | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 3/14/2026 | Saturday | 12:00 Call 2:00 Curtain 7:30 Curtain | PERFORMANCES (2) | Cast & Crew | 2:00 IS OUR UNDERSTUDY SHOW | Dinner will be provided, we will attend chapel between shows |
Rehearsal - Week of 03/01/2026
- Please bring your script and a pencil to all rehearsals.
- Please dress in school appropriate clothing that you can move comfortably in.
- TECH WEEK IS MANDATORY! If you are going to miss a rehearsal for any reason you must notify Ms Manuel well in advance and we can discuss.
- If students miss rehearsals they may not be able to participate. School Attendance and Grading Policies will be adhered to for ALL Theatre activities.
- Changes/updates to the schedule will be marked in RED.
- All students should bring a refillable water bottle to rehearsals.
- Bring a snack if you will need it.
| Date | Day | Time | Event - Called | Who is Called? | Materials | Notes | TARGET DATES |
| 3/1/2026 | Sunday | 1:00 - 9:00 | Tech Sunday | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Monday | 2:30 - 9:00 | Tech Week | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Tuesday | 2:30 - 9:00 | Tech Week | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 3/4/2026 | Wednesday | 2:30 - 9:00 | Tech Week | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | TENTATIVE: 6:00 pm is understudy rehearsal | |
| 3/5/2026 | Thursday | 2:30 - done | PREVIEW SHOW - Final Dress | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | TENTATIVE: 7:00 pm is preview show | |
| 3/6/2026 | Friday | 2:30 (stay) 7:30 Curtain | PERFORMANCE | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 3/7/2026 | Saturday | 5:00 Call 7:30 Curtain | PERFORMANCE | Cast & Crew | Eat before you arrive |
Rehearsal - Week of 02/22/2026
- Please bring your script and a pencil to all rehearsals.
- Please dress in school appropriate clothing that you can move comfortably in.
- If you are going to miss a rehearsal for any reason you must notify Ms Manuel in advance.
- If students miss rehearsals they may not be able to participate. School Attendance and Grading Policies will be adhered to for ALL Theatre activities.
- Changes/updates to the schedule will be marked in RED.
- WATCH FOR SIGN UPS FOR INDIVIDUAL COACHINGS.
- All students should bring a refillable water bottle to rehearsals.
- Bring a snack if you will need it.
| Date | Day | Time | Event - Called | Who is Called? | Materials | Notes | TARGET DATES |
| 2/22/2026 | Sunday | TBA (only if needed) | TBA as needed | TBA | |||
| 2/23/2026 | Monday | 2:30 - 9:00 | Run Act I | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Tuesday | 2:30 - 9:00 | Run Act II | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 2/25/2026 | Wednesday | 2:30 - 9:00 | Run Act I | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Thursday | 2:30 - 9:00 | Run Act II | Cast & Crew | Dinner will be provided | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Friday | TBA (only if needed) | TBA as needed | TBA | |||
| 2/28/2026 | Saturday | 9:00 - 5:00 | Set Build Saturday | only if needed - last minute items |
Rehearsal - Week of 02/15/2026
SCHEDULE COMING SOON!
- Please bring your script and a pencil to all rehearsals.
- Please dress in school appropriate clothing that you can move comfortably in.
- If you are going to miss a rehearsal for any reason you must notify Ms Manuel in advance.
- If students miss rehearsals they may not be able to participate. School Attendance and Grading Policies will be adhered to for ALL Theatre activities.
- Changes/updates to the schedule will be marked in RED.
- WATCH FOR SIGN UPS FOR INDIVIDUAL COACHINGS.
- All students should bring a refillable water bottle to rehearsals.
- Bring a snack if you will need it.