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The final act: The end of performing arts at NC

Valentina Gonzalez, Page Editor
March 31, 2025
Valentina Gonzalez
Although the success of the NC drama program has brought in a sufficient amount of money to the school, the Cobb County School District Board of Education has decided to cut it. Effective August 1, 2025, NC will no longer host a theater department due to a lack of funding. NC thespians plan to protest to demonstrate their disapproval of banning a significant elective.

After several months of debating, the Cobb County Board of Education decided to cut performing arts at NC. This decision is rooted in the lack of school funding and the prioritization of core subjects. Effective August 2025, NC will no longer support the wonderful world of theater. 

The board’s original plan, to cut the program immediately, fell through as they realized the school’s production of Mamma Mia did bring in additional money to add to the overall funding for NC. So far, this decision has shocked several members of the student body. From freshmen to seniors, hundreds of NC students cannot believe this decision and cannot comprehend how it will affect them.

Unconfirmed reports state that the board does have reported amounts of money but plan to increase their sports budget rather than support the fine arts department. Speculation also exists throughout the halls that the Performing Arts Center (PAC) will turn into an additional gym specifically designed for any sports players. Apparently, the PAC will turn into the Figure Achieve Temple (FAT).

Thespians and sound stage technicians alike have decided to stage a silent protest April 1 to April 11 by not speaking throughout their entire school day to show their disapproval. Students participating in this nonverbal protest believe that their muteness will prove to Principal Matt Moody the amount of students who truly care about, and need, a performing arts program. Unfortunately, whether or not students reach the heart of Mr. Moody, the school board’s decision remains finalized. 

“I’ve heard so many rumours about how the school is planning to renovate the PAC into a gym for all the sports bros. This is not right. They already have a weight training gym, locker rooms, the arena and the entire field to themselves. The last thing any of us thespians want is a High School Musical situation. We do not like the jocks and they do not like us. Mamma Mia was a huge success, so I don’t understand why the board can’t see the attention and money we bring to the school — we deserve a place for our passions too,” magnet senior Laila Sain said.

Although the school’s final touch of theater proved a success, with the sold-out shows of “Mamma Mia” last weekend, the school board’s decision still weighs heavy on the hearts of NC theater kids. While numerous NC theater kids will graduate in May, all underclassmen will not feel the power of the stage. As all NC thespians walk in the theaterless halls in fall 2025, The Chant wishes them luck as their former building will become the FAT.

 

April Fools, you fool!

XOXO,

The Chant

 
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Valentina Gonzalez
Valentina Gonzalez, Page Editor
Valentina Gonzalez joined The Chant her freshman year of high school after taking Journalism 101 to enhance her writing skills. Now a senior, Gonzalez wishes to major in English to pursue a career in writing and film production using the skills she acquired during her time as a member of The Chant. Outside of the pub office, Gonzalez enjoys reading classic literature and watching old movies, and appreciates the standards of old novels and films. Gonzalez will end her final year on staff as a reporter and a Page Editor, and can not wait to continue putting out her artistic perspective into the world.  Find her on Instagram: @valentina.s.gonzalez.
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