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Telling the Tale of Lizzie Borden with Gold Winterguard’s 2024 Production

A haunting nursery rhyme about Lizzie Borden, one of America’s most controversial court cases, inspired Gold Winterguard’s thrilling 2024 program, 40/41. In this article, Director Joey Valenzuela talks about the inspiration behind the show, different interpretations of Lizzie, and looking forward to the 2025 season.

Finding Your Voice with Palm Desert Charter Middle School’s 2024 Program

Every color guard performer dreams of competing at one of the highest levels in the activity and showing off all the hard work they have put into perfecting their sport. For a group of middle schoolers out of Palm Desert, California, this dream became a reality in 2022, and it has been a reality ever since, as they took the stage in 2024 for another great year competing in the Scholastic Open Class division.

Remembering “Robin” with Shenendehowa High School’s 2024 Program

Joy, laughter, humor, relatability and a high energy were all things Robin Williams brought into the households of many throughout his life. To honor his memory and the legacy he built, Shenendehowa High School from Clifton Park, New York brought a stunning show entitled, “Robin,” to audience members for the 2024 winter guard season.

What You Can Expect At WGIcon 2024 This Weekend

Experience a weekend full of connections, creativity, and discovery with some of the brightest minds in the activity, and read what you can expect to see at WGIcon 2024 below!

Behind the Scenes of Centerville High School’s “Irresistible” 2024 Program

Centerville High School Winter Guard told a beautiful story with their 2024 show, Irresistible. These performers captured audiences’ attention with a unique take on the irresistible draw of a moth to a flame—or should we say, light? We spoke with director and designer Jodi Fairbanks, who had nothing but praise for her students and staff.

Reminiscing on Etude’s 2024 Production

We caught up with Etude Winterguard Director Brian Franco-Winn to discuss Etude’s 2024 program, Those Days Are Gone. We discussed the feelings of loneliness that inspired the theme, the Edwardian influence on the costuming, and the joggling boards that occupied the performance floor.