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WEIRTON - The Weir High Drama Club will present its production of "The Witches," based on the children’s book by Roald Dahl, Nov. 20-22.
Shows are scheduled for 7 p.m., Nov. 20 and Nov. 21, and 2 p.m., Nov. 22. Tickets are $10 each and will be available at the door.
Weir High’s production is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.
The show tells the story of a young boy who, while staying at a fancy hotel, stumbles upon a secret conference of witches. Their leader, the Grand High Witch, transforms the boy into a mouse.
With the help of his grandma and a new friend, the boy must find a way to thwart the witches’ plan to turn all children into mice.
The production will be directed by Corey E. Miller, Weir High School’s theater director and sponsor of the Thespian Troupe.
"I am incredibly proud of the hard work, creativity, and dedication this cast and crew have brought to this production. They have embraced the magic, humor, and challenges of this story, and I can’t wait for our audiences to experience the wonderful world they’ve created on stage," said Miller.
The cast includes Gigi Mastrantoni as The Grand High Witch, Aaron Miller as The Boy, Sydney Dunlap as Grandmama, and Chasper Gray as Bruno Jenkins. Rounding out the cast as members of the witches’ coven are Hannah Swain, Serenidy Rigdon, Sophia Miller, Kirra Cork, Charlie Tredway, Emma Wood, and Macie Kuca.
The student production crew includes Jayme Utt, student stage manager, and Maria Sikora, assistant stage manager. Alena Mallory will work with Utt and Sikora on sound and lighting.
Originally adapted for the stage in 1989 by playwright David Wood, "The Witches" brings Dahl's world of mysterious witches and adventures to life. The theatrical adaptation captures the book's blend of suspense, comedy, and fantasy while creating opportunities for imaginative costumes, theatrical effects, and memorable characters.