Theater, Speech & Debate
The end-goal of any performing arts education is to instill poise and confidence and to develop creative thinking and artistry in students by providing a variety of performance opportunities.
SMH’s Theater, Speech and Debate Program offers students creative options ranging from top-notch stage productions, competitive forensics tournaments, and a multitude of drama and musical theater experiences at every Form level. Students bring their unique perspective and voices into their classrooms, our stages, and out into the community.
Reaching New Emotional Depths
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Learning Self-Expression
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Finding a Voice, Taking a Stand
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More Than Just Theory
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Renowned Faculty
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Tickets
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Key Awards
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Meet the Faculty
Bethany Bohall - Wanda Wiley Atkinson Director of Fine Arts/Upper School Theater Teacher and Director
Bethany has been at Saint Mary’s Hall since 2008.
Patrick Cunningham - Technical Director, Scenic Designer & Theater Manager
Patrick has been at Saint Mary’s Hall since 1995 and is the recipient of Saint Mary’s Hall’s 2002 Jamie Armstrong Bennett Award.
Terran Duhon - Upper School Speech Teacher
Terran has been at Saint Mary's Hall since 2021.
Javan Johnson - Lighting Designer/Assistant Technical Director
Javan has been at Saint Mary’s Hall since 2001.
Joseph Muller - Associate Head of Admission & Enrollment Management/Upper School Musical Theater Director
Joseph Muller has been at SMH since 2011.
Dr. Amy Pozza - Upper School Social Studies Teacher & Debate Coach
Dr. Pozza has been at Saint Mary's Hall since 2021.
Matt Reichle - Upper School Speech & Debate Teacher
Matt Reichle has been at Saint Mary's Hall since 2021.
Clea Underwood - Lower School Drama Teacher
Clea has been at Saint Mary’s Hall since 2004.
Rachel Warnecke - Middle School Speech & Debate Teacher
Rachel has been at Saint Mary’s Hall since 2016.