Continuing the tradition of Hairlip means passing down the role of being the “keeper of Hairlip” from one junior to the next. This job includes taking Hairlip to any and all troupe events, placing him in performances at the theatre (with Mr. Buck’s consent), and keeping the spirit of Hairlip alive as a tradition.
We have gone through several rubber chickens over the years due to Hairlip’s nonstop action within the troupe. IF TRAGEDY OCCURS (meaning Hairlip has broken in a severe way), the keeper of Hairlip must hold a funeral for the tragic loss, find a hiding place for the body and provide a new Hairlip for the troupe.
Steak and Shake:
Closing night of a show, the cast and crew typically go to Steak and Shake in Merritt Island. Please make reservations before showing up as …show more content…
Seniors get in the middle of the circle and say whatever their heart desires.
Senior Gift:
At every state competition during Senior Night, the seniors (organized by the troupe presidents) give a gift to the underclassmen. This can range from $5 Steak and Shake gift cards, cleaning the costume loft, a new female Hairlip, or a fork dispenser for the drama room. Try to make it unique to the troupe and make sure it can be used by the whole troupe.
Magnets:
Every year, the seniors get together to create magnets that truly represents the character of each underclassmen who is attending state competition that year (exemption: senior who do not have a magnet will be given a magnet by the seniors). These magnets are distributed during Senior Night at state competition. These magnets are usually photo shopped with embarrassing pictures, laminated, and hot glued to a small magnet. These magnets will be displayed proudly in the drama room on the white