M-CHS Drama Department

The M-CHS Drama Department operates within the Montezuma-Cortez High School framework in Cortez, Colorado. This educational unit focuses on developing student acting and performance capabilities through a rigorous schedule of theatrical productions. Throughout the academic year, the department stages plays and musicals that serve as cultural entertainment for the surrounding local community. Participants engage in multiple facets of theater production, gaining hands-on experience beyond simple stage presence. The program maintains accessibility for visitors through wheelchair-friendly facilities and available parking, ensuring broad community access to student performances. Credit card acceptance further facilitates attendance at these events. The department’s output includes a mix of dramatic works and musicals, showcasing the talent cultivated within the school. These productions highlight the students' ability to handle complex roles and technical demands, offering residents a consistent source of local arts programming.