Summit Theatre Company’s “Mean Girls the Musical” opens this Friday, and not only do Bendites have exciting performances to look forward to, but the show also features several Summit teachers. 

Based on the Broadway adaptation of the 2004 movie, “Mean Girls” tells the story of high schooler, Cady Heron, whose first experience at a public school becomes a lesson on identity, acceptance and kindness. 

Social studies teacher, Marni Spitz, will be taking the stage as Cady’s mom and as a tap-dancing lunch lady alongside math teacher Heather Bussmann, language arts teacher Amanda Holdredge and principal Donna Servignat.

“We actually tap danced when they did the musical White Christmas, like six years ago,” said Spitz. “So this is us making a comeback.” 

“We have such a talented group in the theater program, It is always an honor to be a part of it,” said Bussmann.

Juniors Van Russell, who plays Damien, and Nico Spitznagel, who plays Kevin G. are excited to share the message of “Mean Girls” with Summit Summit students, particularly as it pertains to the school culture. 

“I think Summit is a very cliquey school and ‘Mean Girls’ very much attacks that and the issues that arise from it,” said Spitznagel. “It’s going to be fun.” 

The show’s commentary on social dynamics also provides an opportunity to promote unity within the schools. 

“Ironically, ‘Mean Girls’ is all about the ways in which people can create cliques, divisiveness and exclusion,” said Spitz. “But we show so much commitment to inclusivity when we support our student body, it feeds into the message of the whole thing.” 

Showtimes are December 6-8th & December 12-14th. Student tickets are $10 and adult tickets are $15 and can be purchased through HomeTown tickets.