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Falcon Stage Company returns to stage, first place VHSL win

Ava Altamura • February 5, 2025
SENIORS HENRY EHRMENTRAUT, Bella McKenzie, and Grayson Winters (left-right) placed 1st at the VHSL One Act sectional competition, each earning straight SUPERIOR scores. Honorable Mentions were awarded to Jocelyn Powers & Matt Belcher, as well, for their performances. (not pictured) (Michelle Machay)

Falcon Stage Company (FSC) took the 1st place spot at the VHSL One Act Sectional Competition last weekend.

Along with the win, FSC secured three acting awards for performances from seniors Henry Ehrmemtraut, Bella McKenzie, and  Grayson Winters.  Furthermore, students Jocelyn Powers and Matt Belcher brought honorable mentions home.

Since the win, FSC secured its spot at Super Regionals, which will be held next Monday, February 10, at Salem High School.

 

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