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A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Olivia Lombardini ’26, Head Copy Editor • December 13, 2024
Brevin Hom ’25
On opening night, the actors thank the tech crew. After their own bows, the actors raise their hands to the light and sound crew.

After over two months of constant rehearsal for the fall play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the SHC Drama department finally reached tech week, or “hell week” as it’s not-so-fondly nicknamed among actors. With students in the cast in crew facing school days longer than 12 hours, tech rehearsals and the plays that follow can be a tiring ordeal. However, despite our exhaustion, we love the special environment and traditions that come with these two weeks. Come with me as I take the camera backstage to shed light on how the SHC community bonds in their experience of tech week and performances.

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About the Contributors
Olivia Lombardini ‘26
Olivia Lombardini ‘26, Head Copy Editor
After three years on the Emerald, Liv is excited to return as the co-Head Copy Editor for her final year of high school!
Brevin Hom ’25
Brevin Hom ’25, Opinion Editor
Brevin is a junior at SHC, and he is in Tech Crew, a leader in LVY, CSF, Block Club, Model UN and the SBO Vice President. He is excited to be the Opinion Editor of the Emerald.