TV: Fidelity FutureStage Philippa Schuyler Middle School for the Gifted and Talented Students Go Behind the Scenes of 'JUST BE YOURSELF, I CAN BE THAT 2'

Philippa Schuyler Middle School for the Gifted and Talented is represented in the Fidelity FutureStage program by the selected play, Just Be Yourself, I Can Be That 2. We gave the students a portable FLIP video camera to give us their view of the creative process. As they were able to film themselves, the FLIP video footage allows you to see and hear the excitement and challenges of putting on a show in their own words and unique perspective.

Student playwright Erica has created a fast and funny play that tells the story of unrequited love, happy moments shared by friends and the importance of being yourself. The play's actors, Taiwo, Joaquin, Bethany, Shantoi and Erica bring all the action and humor to vivid and very humorous life. Understudies for the play are Christina, Alex, Justin, Kyle and Nala.

Fidelity FutureStage enables over 600 NYC students from 10 different public schools to get a real view into the world of Broadway theater. Students learn firsthand from industry professionals about acting, playwriting, directing and all the behind-the-scenes production. They also attend Broadway shows and each student writes a 10-minute play. Ultimately, one play from each school is chosen and performed by the students at New World Stages this June.