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Arcola Intermediate Brings Beetlejuice Jr. to Life

Beetlejuice Jr. came to life at Arcola Intermediate this past weekend! Our incredibly talented cast and crew of nearly 60 students worked tirelessly to bring the show to the Arcola auditorium for three public performances and a special exclusive show for the Arcola student body. Every performance was packed with high-energy music, hilarious antics, and spooky surprises that showcased the incredible talent and dedication of our students.

Bringing a production of this scale to the stage is a massive undertaking, and we owe a huge thank you to the dedicated staff who worked behind the scenes to make it all possible:

▪️ Director & Set Design: Craig Corrao

▪️ Music Director: Veronica Laguna

▪️ Choreographer & Set Design: Katie Coll

▪️ Producer: Tara Cantello

▪️ Costume Designer & Makeup Artist: Julie Kruk

▪️ Technical Director & Sound Design: Adam Chantry

▪️ Stage Manager: Connie MacLuckie

To our amazing students, their families, and every community member who filled the seats—thank you for making this production a tremendous success!

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