This photo shows Joshua with his classmates during a Christmas play held at the Bethune Hall. At the time, he was attending Clive Daycott Elementary School in Bethune. Although the school didn’t have many programs focused on the arts, Joshua made the most of the opportunities that were available to him. Participating in events like this holiday play allowed him to explore his interest in performing, even with limited resources. This experience laid some of the early groundwork for his passion for acting and creativity, which he would continue to pursue in high school and beyond.
"As a child I never really had a huge interest in acting.
I enjoyed watching stage plays and movies, but I never really saw
myself as someone who could act..."
These photos capture moments from Joshua’s time at Lumsden High School, where he was cast as Willy Wonka in the school’s production of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory". This play was one of several incredible performances Joshua had the privilege of being part of during his years at Lumsden. His involvement in theater allowed him to explore various roles and develop his passion for acting.
In addition to "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory", Joshua performed in other remarkable productions, including "Much Ado About Nothing", the classic comedy by William Shakespeare; "Till Death Do Us Part", a one-act play written by his drama mentor, Mr. Adam Dodge; and the beloved musical "The Wizard of Oz". These experiences were an important part of his high school years, providing him with opportunities to grow as an actor and collaborate with his peers on stage.
"I got to do so many cool plays in my years of going to Lumsden High School. some of the coolest ones Iv done were "The Wizard of OZ", and this one, "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory"..."
These photos show Joshua alongside Mr. Adam Dodge, the drama and art teacher at Lumsden High School. Mr. Dodge was a valuable mentor to Joshua, offering guidance through many challenges, whether they were creative or personal. He played an important role in helping Joshua grow as an actor and as an individual, supporting him throughout his high school years.
Joshua still keeps in touch with Mr. Dodge, frequently reaching out to chat, catch up, or even collaborate on potential projects. Their ongoing connection highlights the impact Mr. Dodge has had on Joshua’s life, both on and off the stage.
"Mr. Adam Dodge was a great mentor for me during my time at lumsden. Even before he satarted to be that mentor for me I met him at a high school games day thing... I really liked his energy and there were a lot of things in him that I wished I had in myself..."