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Peg Tennant left an indelible mark

Posted in In memory, tagged , , , , on April 21, 2026| 3 Comments »

This photo from 2017 captures Peg Tennant as she was retiring after 22 years with the Coupeville School District. (Amanda Rice photo)

Peg Tennant was a feisty one.

And I mean that in the best way possible.

As a longtime drama club advisor/coach in the Coupeville School District, as the driving force behind two farmer’s markets, even as a customer at Videoville and Miriam’s Espresso, Peg impacted numerous lives in our town.

If she liked you, she would be your biggest supporter.

But if you didn’t give her students or her farmers the respect they deserved, she had no qualms about calling you out and giving you a brisk talking-to.

After which you generally realized she was probably right.

I always got along with her, probably because the first time she told me, “I don’t care if it’s called Coupeville Sports, you can dang well cover the theatre as well,” I agreed with her.

She retired from the local schools in 2017, and we ran this piece:

A bow, then a graceful exit!!

 

Now, word has reached us that Peg passed away earlier this year. She will be missed.

 

From her family:

Margot Elizabeth “Peg” Tennant was born on March 22, 1955, in Pensacola, Florida and died on February 16, 2026 at Soundview Rehab in Anacortes after a protracted illness.

Peg was preceded in death by her parents, Lt Cdr (USN) William Tennant, and Dorothy Tennant.

She is survived by her son, Alexander Tennant-Jayne of Coupeville, WA, sister Kate Rogers of Greenbank, WA, sister Barbara Tennant of Twisp, WA, and brother-in-law Miller Batson, also of Twisp, as well as nephews Bradley Rogers and wife, Sharon, Kirkland, Tom Rogers and wife, Sarah, Boise, ID, Noah Batson, Twisp, and Nathaniel Batson, Bellingham, WA.

Peg was a long-term resident of Coupeville and a passionate celebrant of the arts.

She was the Drama Coach for Coupeville High School for 7+ years.

Peg was passionate about supporting local farmers, crafters, and artists.

She spent many years managing the local farmer’s markets in Coupeville and Oak Harbor, being onsite all day posting up signs and making sure the area was ready for market day.

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A bow, then a graceful exit!!

Posted in Drama, tagged , , , , on June 13, 2017| 3 Comments »

   Coupeville High School/Middle School Drama Advisor Peg Tennant is retiring after 22 years at the post. (Amanda Rice photo)

After two decades of putting the spotlight on others, Peg Tennant is leaving the theater wings.

The longtime Coupeville High School/Middle School Drama Advisor is retiring from a post she’s held since the mid-90’s.

That brings an end to a school career in which she’s mentored hundreds of students and produced countless stage productions.

As she moves on to focus on other parts of her life, Tennant released the following farewell:

Yes – it is true – I am retiring.

Here is the first part of my letter to the School Board:

“The close of the 2016-17 school year is upon us and after much deep reflection upon my 22 years of service to the Coupeville School District, I realize it is time for me to go.”

Please remember our second “rule” – respect – and remember my emphasis on self-respect and self-care.

My leaving has NOTHING to do with you, students – it has to do with me practicing what I have preached about – self-care.

It is way past time for me to take care of myself, for a lot of reasons.

To all past, present, and future CMS and CHS Drama types, I share this – my thespians, you know me in a way no one else ever has.

You open me to things I never knew existed.

You drive me to insanity and push me to my depths.

You are the beat of my heart, the pulse of my veins, and the energy in my soul … you are my thespians.

I’ll be cheering you on – your everlovin’ past advisor/director.

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The play’s the thing!!

Posted in Drama, tagged , , , , , on February 24, 2017| Leave a Comment »

(Photo courtesy Mckenzie Meyer)

   Coupeville Wolf PAC Theatre Troupe members promote their new play by painting the school rock. (Photo courtesy Mckenzie Meyer)

Cary Grant is nowhere to be found, but the current generation of actors are ready for their close-up.

Taking on a play which inspired a classic film starring Mr. Grant, the Coupeville Wolf PAC Theatre Troupe is prepared to tackle Arsenic and Old Lace.

The play, which sprang from the mind of Joseph Kesserling, runs the first two weekends in March.

Show times are 7 PM Mar. 3-4 and 10-11 in the Performing Arts Center at Coupeville High School.

Arsenic and Old Lace is a classic story about two little old ladies who harbor a secret beneath their “charming and innocent” exterior — they’re stashing bodies in the cellar.

Toss in the antics of their nephews, one of whom thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, and things get wild ‘n woolly.

CHS Troupe Members involved in the production include:

Jakobi Baumann as Officer O’Hara
Jaschon Baumann as Officer Klein
Desirae Bradley as Martha Brewster
Robin Cedillo (stage manager)
Bree Daigneault as Abby Brewster
Seth Hedges as Mr. Witherspoon
Ja’Tarya Hoskins (props master)
Tiger Johnson (booth wizard)
Christian King as the Rev. Dr. Harper
Nikolai Lyngra as Mortimer Brewster
McKenzie Meyer as Elaine Harper
Tamika Nastali as Teddy
Elaira Nicolle as Mr. Gibbs
Thane Peterson (booth wizard)
Marenna Rebischke-Smith as Lieutenant Rooney
Madison Rixe as Dr. Einstein
Helen Sinclair as Officer Brophy
Dexter Thorn as Mr. Spenalzo
Eric Wertz as Jonathan Brewster

The troupe is a diverse bunch, with members also participating in National Honor Society, Science Olympiad, jazz band, ASB, cheerleading, the school board and every sport played by the Wolves.

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So much drama in your lives!!

Posted in Drama, tagged , , , , on November 2, 2016| Leave a Comment »

Mckenzie Meyer: "I have to remember how many lines?!?!" (John Fisklen photo)

   Videoville alumni Mckenzie Meyer contemplates the future. “I have to remember how many lines?!?!” (John Fisken photo)

(Peg Tennant photo)

   CHS drama troupe members took time out to work a haunted corn maze for Halloween. (Peg Tennant photo)

The stage is set.

The Coupeville High School Wolf PAC Theatre Troupe grabs the spotlight the next two weeks, as it presents “Choices – an Evening of One-Act Plays.”

You get three plays for the price of one, with shows set for Nov. 4, 5, 10 and 12, with a 7 PM curtain time in the school’s performing arts center.

And yes, before you run to your calendar, those dates are correct.

While the first shows hit on a traditional Friday/Saturday schedule, week two bumps the Friday show to Thursday.

This is because the troupe has five members who are pulling double duty in the school’s honor band and choir.

Ticket prices are:

Adults – $6.00
Senior citizens (62 or older) – FREE
Coupeville students (grades 6-12) without ASB – $6.00
Coupeville students (grades 6-12) with ASB – FREE
Coupeville students (K-5) – $4.00
Visiting students with ASB – $4.00
Preschool with adult – FREE

You can also get a family deal for $15, which covers one adult and four children or two adults and two children.

This production, unlike some others, is aimed at a slightly older audience.

“I personally do not recommend this show for younger children – mostly because it would “go over their heads”,” said CHS drama advisor Peg Tennant. “I do recommend parents of middle schoolers come with their children – all three plays provide food for good conversation.”

The plays are “My Daily Life” (choices have consequences), “Fried Dough Girl” (choices have costs) and “The High School Drama” (choices can change).

The troupe:

Jakobi Baumann
Jaschon Baumann
Alex Beech
Desirae Bradley
Bree Daigneault
MacKenzie Davis
Seth Hedges
Tiger Johnson
Christian King
Nikolai Lyngra
McKenzie Meyer
Tamika Nastali
Elaira Nicolle
Thane Peterson
Marenna Rebischke-Smith
Madison Rixe
Helen Sinclair
Eric Wertz

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Catch a case of “Swing Fever”!!

Posted in Drama, tagged , , , , , on March 4, 2015| Leave a Comment »

Sebastian

   Sebastian Davis is splitting time between the soccer field and the stage. (John Fisken photos)

Bree

Bree Daigneault (in front) is also pulling double duty.

swing

Promotional swag.

Spring is here, but on stage it’s all about the swing.

The Coupeville High School Wolf PAC Theatre Troupe is putting on four performances of the musical comedy “Swing Fever” over the next two weekends.

Performances are 7 PM Mar. 6, 7, 13 and 14 in the school’s performing arts center.

The play, written by Esther E. Olson, tells the tale of Alexander Norris, a teen who prefers dancing to studying.

His dad cuts off his allowance but that can’t stop Alex from sneaking out to his school’s spring dance in disguise.

Penny Palmer, a famous movie star, is in town for the dance, and, wearing a Lone Ranger mask, the fast-tapping teen makes a huge impression.

Cue the Cinderella-style twist, as Alex flees the dance at midnight, causing Penny to send her manager in hot pursuit to track down the mystery man she wants to dance with her in her next movie.

Bringing the ’40s-set shenanigans to life in 2015 will be:

Nick Blalock
Desirae Bradley
Jose Castro Sotelo
Bella Cedillo
Robin Cedillo
Garrett Compton
Bree Daigneault
Sebastian Davis
Olivia Goodenough
Jesse Hester
Amanda Hoesman-Foley
Julia Jones
Miranda Kortuem
Savannah Layfield
Jae LeVine
Taryn Ludwig
Mckenzie Meyer
Emily Reid
McKenzie Rice
Rebecca Robinson
Julianne Sem
Eric Wertz
Sebastian Wurzrainer

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