By Alex Qualm

Trojan Tribune Staff

Photo courtesy of Alex Qualm

As many of you know, the auditorium has been in need of restoration for quite some time. The numerous things that needed repairing and replacing ranged from the paint on the stage all the way to expensive things such as the lights and sound equipment.

This year posed a surprise for drama members. Not only did the auditorium get a fresh coat of blue paint, but it also received the much-needed renovation it has been waiting for. For starters, new sound and light systems were purchased. These replaced the outdated ones that often caused problems during the productions and events during which they were used. The auditorium also received an extension that was put on the back light room. The expansion of this room will allow the drama department to not only operate lights from the back room but also sound as well. This way the chairs can remain in the front few rows, and it won’t be necessary to remove them before every show for the sake of space. Even though the back room isn’t completed quite yet, it is expected to be done before the fall play.

In addition, the whole front of the stage was torn off and replaced with paneling. This paneling gives the auditorium’s stage a whole new, clean look. Lastly, the final touch was added to complete the new look: carpet. Like many classrooms, the auditorium and side hallways received new carpet. With this $25,000 much-needed restoration, the auditorium is looking in tiptop shape. The auditorium and its actors are ready to begin a new year with a great start and a great new look.