This Nov. 21 and 22, the drama program’s production of The Crucible by Arthur Miller will hit the stage with 23 Ledyard students taking the pivotal roles of characters such as Abigail Williams, the lying and manipulative villain, played by Kali Money; John Proctor, the good and tragic hero, played by Alec Chattin; and Reverend Hale, the intellectual force behind the terrible witch-hunts, played by Eli Uttley-Rosado.

By telling a story of the Salem Witch Trials, Arthur Miller spins a tale of lies, desire, hidden agendas, intolerance, and reputation, proving that what someone says can have lasting effects, whether or not his or her words are true.

“I like doing real standard stuff in high school that everyone should know,” Director Russell Hammond said. “I was really looking to do something dramatic after Rumors, which was a comedy. I wanted something powerful and significant.” In addition, the drama program is growing, and The Crucible has a larger cast list to accommodate more student involvement.

Cast List:

Betty Parris………………………………………………….Ashley McCarthy

Reverend Samuel Parris………………………………..Connor Masten

Tituba………………………………………………………….Arielle Stanberry

Abigail Williams……………………………………………Kali Money

Susanna Wallcott…………………………………………..Victoria Congdon

Ann Putnam………………………………………………….Sierra Mendez-Neff

Thomas Putnam…………………………………………….Kurth Morales

Mercy Lewis………………………………………………….Amanda King

Mary Warren…………………………………………………Mekaila Stefano

John Proctor………………………………………………….Alec Chattin

Rebecca Nurse……………………………………………….Haley Mikkelson

Giles Corey…………………………………………………….Spencer Kilby

Reverend John Hale………………………………………..Eli Uttley-Rosado

Elizabeth Proctor……………………………………………..Tricia Tolles

Francis Nurse…………………………………………………..Michael Bunch

Ezekiel Cheever……………………………………………….Cameron Brillon

John Willard……………………………………………………Peter Lazaron

Judge Hathorne……………………………………………….Blake Brochu

Deputy-Governor Danforth……………………………….Carter Smith

Sarah Good……………………………………………………….Katie Patterson

Hopkins……………………………………………………………Zachary Walsh

Friends of Abigail………………………………………………Amber Johnson, Caitlin Acor

 

Alex Houdeshell, Staff Writer

Alex Houdeshell is a staff writer for the 2014-2015 Colonel. She is the Design Editor of Ledyard’s Horizons Yearbook, plays JV soccer, runs distance in indoor and outdoor track, and is President of Operation Smile.