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Alex's talent and zest for the performing arts was renowned at STS. He was an exceptional actor and his contributions to theatre arts and productions made him a star in everyone's eyes. Perhaps his true talent lay, however, in his innate ability to - through theatre - bring out not only the best in himself, but in those around him. Indeed, Alex may very well have lived by the Thespian's credo, "Act well your part, there all the honour lies".
The purpose of this Fund is to provide annual recognition in honour of Alexander (Alex) Pattillo and Megan Bensler, two STS students who made an outstanding contribution to drama and/or musical theatre at the School. While Megan's true passion was music, she also proved herself to be a focused, unselfish and dedicated performer on stage. She never failed to bring positive energy to both rehearsals and performances. She was a director's delight as she listened intelligently and incorporated the directions into her performance. She demonstrated the same care in relating to her fellow actors. She was a true credit to the drama program. Megan tragically lost her life in a traffic accident.
Funds will be directed to the following three program areas:
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| Performance -opportunities for STS students to experience professional performances on campus or at out-of-school venues; |
| Performing Arts Bursaries - Financial support for students to attend summer programs in theatre |
| Theatre/Drama Equipment - Financial support for repairing or purchasing equipment for the STS theatre.
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In addition to the Pattillo/Bensler Family Theatre Fund, an award titled the Alexander F. Pattillo Drama Award has been established. This award is to provide annual recognition of Alexander F. (Alex) Pattillo, an STS student who made an outstanding contribution to drama and musical theatre at the School from 1998 - 2003. Candidates are selected by an Award Committee on the basis of merit, participation and contribution in and to drama and the performing arts at STS. The award is presented to a student at Senior High Prizegiving.
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