The Oak Hall School Fine Arts Department recently concluded this year’s One School Musical, Into the Woods, with three outstanding performances held October 23–25 in the Edith D. Cofrin Theater. Presented as part of Oak Hall’s 2025–26 theater season, Journeys Beyond the Ordinary, the production drew nearly 1,000 attendees and culminated in a special Senior Night celebration honoring eight graduating students.
Each fall, Oak Hall’s One School Musical unites students from grades 3–12 in a unique, cross-divisional production that fosters creativity, collaboration, and community. The process spans more than six months—beginning with auditions in the spring and continuing through the school year with rehearsals, choreography, set design, and pit orchestra performances. Students not only performed on stage but also worked behind the scenes to choreograph, paint sets, manage lighting and sound, and assist with production logistics.
While musicals have long been part of Oak Hall’s rich artistic tradition, the One School Musical became an official program in 2018 with James and the Giant Peach. Since then, it has featured beloved productions such as Matilda, The Wizard of Oz, and The Addams Family. This year’s Into the Woods, featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine, challenged students with its intricate score and complex storytelling—offering a powerful example of the school’s dedication to artistic excellence.
The production was directed by Brooke Molitor, with musical direction by Erin Cushing and technical direction by Jacob Goldberger.
“There’s real magic in watching an empty stage become a living, breathing world,” said Technical Director Jacob Goldberger. “It’s been amazing to support Into the Woods as a full-time faculty member. Working alongside Brooke, Erin, and the students to build a world onstage, and behind the scenes, has been a rewarding experience. Seeing everything come together is what makes this program so special.”