Grade 11 HRHS student Mya Tupper learns some tricks of the trade from Videre Images owner, Jason Whiting. Supplied photo
A local Grade 11 student has a leading role in the filming and live-streaming of nine LCSD Christmas concerts this holiday season.
Mya Tupper is able to help out while gaining experience for her future career in film.
“I am studying mainly for directing. I really want to go into film production after school,” said Tupper.
“I’ve been looking at going to Vancouver film school for directing, so I’ve been trying to put my main focus onto that and get into media and communications.”
The live-streamed concerts give those who can’t make it to the show or live far away a chance to enjoy seeing their loved ones perform from the comfort of their homes.
“Last year there was a couple who approached me and said their parents in Italy got to see their grandkids and they were so happy about it. They were thanking us and everything, and it was so sweet. It was really heartwarming,” said Tupper.
“I’m really happy that we get to do that for them.”
Jessie McEachern, digital communications coordinator for the LCSD, is very impressed by the responsibility Tupper has shown in taking on the important role this year.
“Mya has shown such leadership and interest in film and producing. She is open to a challenge and has been stepping into the stress of a live show with such grace. Her ability to problem-solve and think critically is remarkable for her age.”
Jason Whiting (Videre Images) offers professional support to Tupper and the crew, which McEachern says they are very grateful for, as well as the Vic Juba Community Theatre, as they provide the venue.
“These livestreams will continue to develop for us and she is really laying a solid foundation. It’s great to see her mentoring students as well, that are supporting,” said McEachern.
“This is surely a team effort and having the flexibility of the Vic Juba staff in allowing us the space to do all of this just brings even more Christmas spirit.”
Students from Grades 8-12 participate in the production of the livestream show, taking on different roles.
“We’re just having a lot of people from different grades coming in and getting these opportunities and I get the opportunity to help lead them.”
“I help show them how to do it and train a new generation of people who are going to be able to do this as the years go on,” said Tupper, adding it’s important to keep it going in case there is ever another situation similar to Covid.
“If another global pandemic happens, there’s this to kind of help parents at home or anybody who can’t come to watch these events get to see their kids and grandkids in action.”
Upcoming livestream concerts include Dec. 4, 6 p.m. (St. Mary’s), Dec. 5, 6 p.m. (St. Mary’s), Dec. 11, 6:30 p.m. (Ecole St. Thomas), Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m. (Ecole St. Thomas), Dec. 18, 7 p.m. (Father Gorman), Dec. 19, 7 p.m. (Father Gorman), Dec 21, 7 p.m. (St. Joseph’s). Check out LCSD on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) to get the link.
All livestream concerts are performed at the Vic Juba Community Theatre.
