Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

#1

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 11:46am

In Ohio, near Cincinatti (maybe the suburbs of) --

The director rec'd approval from the principal to do LB and they cast and went into rehearsals. At some point the principal shut down the production and has forced the teacher to resign, while he holds his job.

Horrific.



Not too many details, but here's the link

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#2

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:02pm

That's beyond ridiculous.

#3

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:12pm

I will be calling that principal on Monday morning. I'll report back if I'm able to reach him.

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"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle

#4

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:13pm

I sent an email.

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#5

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:14pm

Making kids sing that score could be considered a form a child abuse.

#6

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:40pm

This is an outrage. I emailed the principal. Anyone else who wants to send an email here is the principals email address: todd.ball@thompsonschools.org

#7

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:45pm

The fired drama teacher has a YouTube channel with clips from the LEGALLY BLONDE production. The high school has also done SEUSSICAL and GREASE in the past.

http://www.youtube.com/user/sonjahansen1

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"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle

#8

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:48pm

^Wrong Loveland HS! That is a HS in COLORADO, this happened in OHIO.

Correct email: kloeszch@lovelandschools.org


Also: it has been stated in the comments that the production DID perform, but this happened after the fact. I believe the poster said SIX performances to standing ovations.

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If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it? These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.

#9

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:50pm

And here is the Drama website: http://www.lovelanddrama.org

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"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle

#10

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:51pm

Oh crap. I already sent the email.

#11

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:53pm

I'm with Jordan. Larry O'Keefe's music is not kind to the untrained of voice.

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#12

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:57pm

Oh, just sent an apology -- I'm sure he'll understand.

You can just copy the email and now send it to the right guy.

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If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it? These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.

#13

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 12:59pm

Already sent the apology, but haven't emailed the right guy. I'll do that now.

#14

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 1:03pm

So they fired her AFTER the production? Which email is the correct one I'm getting confused.

#15

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 1:07pm

It seems as if this is the run down:

Principal approved.
They rehearsed AND performed.
Someone complained (no idea how many people complained).
Principal told the Director to resign or be fired.

The address I posted is correct: kloeszch@lovelandschools.org

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If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it? These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.

#16

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 1:34pm

None of us have the complete story, so calling to "complain" is only hearing one side of the story without knowing all the facts. Let's not assume things and jump to conclusions.

When I call the principal on Monday, I am going to ask for more specifics as to what the circumstances were.

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"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle

#17

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 2:13pm

What the hell is so "racy" about Legally Blonde?

#18

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 2:19pm

Perhaps someone thought "Bend and Snap" was inappropriate for high schoolers to be performing? Not that I'd necessarily support such a stance, but that seems the most likely area to cause outrage.

#19

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 2:22pm

And "Gay or European" isnt? Or "Seeing my name in black and white its like making love with you all night…"?

#20

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 2:36pm

It's from the part of Ohio that should really be considered Northern Kentucky, so I'm guessing it was the Gay or European Reprise that did it.

#21

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 2:49pm

I just watched videos from the show that she posted on her Youtube page, and for a high school, there's a lot of talent. The cast seems to be having a ton of fun in her show, and I'm not surprised at all that they are standing up for her.

#22

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 4:53pm

What the heck, I'm watching the videos and it seems pretty tame to me. Plus the girl playing Elle seems really talented.

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#23

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 5:36pm

Certainly the part that allows for the most raunchiness is the dance break in "Positive", but the video of that number seems pretty mild. In fact, it's more awkward than sexy.

#24

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 5:51pm

Wow. I attended that school district from grade 1 thru 9. Fortunately for myself I transferred for my final 3 years to a nearby district with a truly amazing theatre program. Loveland was a very conservative community, and I was bullied and there were frequent gay taunts and slurs. While I know no one there now, this does not surprise me that some god fearing members of the community complained and cost this seemingly lovely drama teacher her job.

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#25

Teacher fired over Legally Blonde

Posted: 12/15/12 at 7:38pm

This was in Ohio? Was coach Sue Sylvester involved?