She started with “Little Shop of Horrors” as a freshman. Sophomore year earned her her first lead in “Alice by Heart.” And now, a junior, Scarlett Livingston is dedicating herself to “Mean Girls,” working alongside cast members in order to craft yet another stunning show.
With the start of her third year at Summit, Livingston was just recently cast as Cady Heron. As one of two leads, she is putting in countless hours to ensure a successful show.
“If you give her a note, she’s right on it. The next performance she does she incorporates it,” said Lara Okamoto, Summit’s Theatre teacher. “And she really is always working on her range and she always wants to improve.”
Livingston, like in a lot of her classes, commits herself fully to both school curriculum and any role she’s given, consistently adapting while in any environment. Livingston is a hardworking student—someone who’s love for challenges is evident in her schedule, which is full with rigorous theater, AP classes and college-level math. Whether in her classes, theater or with her friends, Livingston is entirely immersed.
“Scarlett has so much dedication to the things she is passionate about,” said Makenna Kemp, Livingston’s friend who is playing Regina George alongside her. “She brings so much love, positivity, and joy. She never fails to make me smile when having a rough day or frustrating rehearsal.”
Both Okamoto and Kemp compared her to a “beam of sunshine.” Her role on the Theatre Board as the Social Activities Coordinator is suitable for her bright, kind personality.
“That role is kind of like a cheerleader for spirit in our department,” Okamoto said. “It’s meant to kind of come up with fun activities to keep everyone engaged and make sure morale is high in the department.”
Livingston takes her job as the Social Activities Coordinator very seriously, especially when it comes to organizing events. From things like movie nights to seeing other schools’ shows, she organizes a variety of events in an effort to tie the department together. Her dedication and passion for the department is admirable.
Overall, Livingston is a very driven person. She cares about her education and class work, but also takes the time to help lift up and support her friends. The spotlight doesn’t just follow her on stage—Livingston shines her light for others wherever she goes.
