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Special to The Advocate
On Wednesday, April 8th, a group of eighth graders from Susan B. Anthony Middle School attended a performance of The Outsiders: The Musical. For many of our students, this was their very first time attending a professional theatrical production. From the powerful vocals to the captivating effects and storytelling, the performance brought a story they love to life.
The Outsiders is a cornerstone of our 7th grade ELA curriculum and consistently ranks as students’ favorite book of the year. Each year, 7th graders excitedly await the start of the unit, and 8th graders stop by to reminisce about it. Even our most reluctant readers find themselves invested in and connected to The Greasers and the themes of identity, belonging, and resilience. When I learned that the musical adaptation was touring, I knew I had to try to make this opportunity a reality for our students.
This program is funded in part by a grant from the Revere Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Their commitment to expanding arts access allowed our students to engage with literature in a powerful and memorable new way.
