In addition to the opportunities for students to get involved in the classroom, at department sponsored events, and in after-school clubs, there are additional special opportunities for students throughout their time as member of the Creative Writing Department.
ExtravaganzaFor 36 years, DA’s annual Extravaganza has successfully promoted the best of what Douglas Anderson students have to offer, highlighting a wide range of styles and moods of music, writing, film, dance, and theatre, as well as a stunning display of visual art. Over 500 students participate in the production each year, which includes pieces from each arts area, as well as several collaborative works.
The Creative Writing Department writes and produces a completely original piece for Extravaganza each year, featuring writing selected from the Junior and Senior class. Creative Writing students in each grade level are invited to audition to perform. Auditions are in late November/ early December and students must be able to commit to a rigorous audition schedule throughout the months of January and February in order to participate. |