What if you had a talent you were eager to show off? Would you shy away from the spotlight or proudly share your strengths with the world?

Senior Emmalyn Teague (She/They) has no problem showcasing their talents in singing, acting, and photography. Throughout their time at HHS, they’ve participated in seven productions, including acting roles in Puffs, 12 Angry Jurors, Xanadu, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. They’ve also been a crew member for Midsummer Jersey, Almost Maine, and These Shining Lives.

“My first musical at HHS was Xanadu my sophomore year,” Teague shared. “It was so much fun, but since we were on skates, it was really slippery. I remember I kept falling and even rolled my ankle!”

Teague comes from a family of musicians and talented singers, and they believe they have a natural gift for singing.

“My whole family sings, and they also play a lot of instruments,” Teague said. “I’ve been singing my whole life. I’ve had classical and musical vocal training for about 11 years now.”

As Teague reflected on their years in theater, they also shared some of their other artistic experiences.

“I’ve been in the school band since 7th grade and have been playing trumpet ever since,” Teague said. “I wouldn’t say I’m amazing with instruments, though—I think singing and acting are where my talents really shine.”

Unfortunately, Teague feels their photography skills aren’t being fully utilized.

“I’m a self-taught photographer, but it hasn’t been going too well,” Teague shared. “Most of my clients are friends who don’t think they should pay me for my work.”

Teague’s bubbly personality shines through everything they do, but they admit they can be shy at times.

“In my free time, I love expressing my fash

ion, roller skating at the skatepark, hanging out with friends, doing movie marathons, eating new foods, and exploring new places,” Teague said. “I’d like to

 say I’m outgoing, but I’m really a shy kid at heart.”

Ryot Schmidt (She/They), a close friend of Teague’s, has witnessed many of their performances at HHS.

“Emmalyn is an incredibly talented singer,” Schmidt said. “I definitely feel like they’ve earned their spot in every production at HHS.”

Schmidt fondly recalls some of the memories they’ve shared with Teague, particularly their car talks.

“I love our car talks,” Schmi

dt shared. “It’s always fun when we sit in the car, have conversations, sing, and just enjoy each other’s presence.”

After almost two years of friendship, Schmidt looks forward to supporting Teague in everything they do.

“She’s always so support

ive and friendly with everyone,” Schmidt said. “She’s always been there for those around her, and I truly believe she deserves so much in life.”

This year, HHS was schedule

d to perform the musical Mean Girls, but it was canceled due to a lack of a music teacher.

“My last musical experience at HHS was The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, which I performed last year,” Teague said. “It really broke my heart to hear we wouldn’t be doing a musical this year. I’m really going to miss everyone in the theater department.”