I caught my second run of the MVHS Theatre Production of “Dracula” today. It was nothing short of amazing seeing the response the cast received from the audience. The students of the school, who typically don’t care about anything were completely mesmerized. The performances were again spot-on and the audience was exact in their response. I was nearly in tears to see them give their fellow classmates a much deserved standing ovation. This was the day that doors opened for a lot of these kids. No longer must they be “cool” or “athletic” to feel a part of something larger. The lead, a handsome, quiet senior junior comes from the “outcast” crowd, more interested in Star Wars than football. When the play was over, girls from every background imaginable swooned and sang his praises. This is exactly what we need around here. Yes, the doors have opened; and I am ecstatic.