By Charles Hanlon

On May 17, the Greater Philadelphia Cappies Award Gala took place. For those of you not familiar with the Cappies, they are a group of high school students that review local high school theater productions. At the end of the year, the Cappies nominate the best plays in the area for awards. For such a small school, such as PAHS, in the second largest Cappies organization in North America, to even be nominated is an honor.

However, the Cappies nominated Phoenixville for eight Cappie awards, including Best Production. As part of this nomination, Phoenixville students had to perform a “trailer,” in movie terms, of their play Twelfth Night. After several rehearsals, run-throughs, and a pizza dinner, the Phoenixville nominees got their chance to walk down the red carpet.

This year, of the 8 Cappie nominations, Phoenixville’s Twelfth Night received one award. Owen Howsen took home the Cappie award for Best Featured Actor in a Play. Those roaming the halls can view the Cappie award in the display case outside of Frau Tavani’s room in the main hallway.

As Owen accepted the award, he thanked his friends, family, Mr. Porter, and most of all the cast and crew of Twelfth Night. As he returned to his seat, he was swarmed by his fellow students as they hugged and congratulated him.

As always, the Cappies would not exist without the aid of student critics. Students interested in becoming Cappies should talk with Frau Tavani. With your help, next year’s Cappies can be the best ever!