“Ax of Murder” reaches Heights of drama

The talented cast and crew of the Hamilton Heights Drama Department rehearse for next week’s production of Ax of Murder. (Front row, from left) Chloe Jones, Melina Hoek and Ireland Doyle-Shlak. (Second row, from left) Makena Trew, Tristan Million and Veronica Meredith. (Third row, from left) Jax Smith, Nathan Skiles, Haven Haymaker, Nicole Tomaszewski, Victoria Beland, Rosemary Allison, Emily Cerceo, Madelyn Merrell and Leigh Ann Reuter. (Back row, from left) Chase Ricketts, Madeline Teal and Gloria Merrell. (Photo provided)

Members of the Hamilton Heights High School Drama Department cordially invite the community to attend its live production of Ax of Murder from playwright Pat Cook. The lead roles are played by seniors Madelyn Merrell and Leigh Anne Reuter and the stage manager is senior Amelia Ringer.

Everyone has heard of a haunted house. Even a haunted theater. But a haunted play? This two-act comedy is a whodunnit mystery featuring crazy antics of all involved . . . including the audience.

Suspense and fear of each character’s own demise abounds as the superstitious cast tries to solve the mysterious death of the ghost who now haunts the theatre. “Who” did it?! You’ll have to wait and see for yourself . . . if you dare.

Please plan to attend one of the two shows next weekend for a hauntingly good time for the whole family.

Show times are: 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 16 and 17 at the Hamilton Heights High School Auditorium, 25802 SR 19, Arcadia. Cost is $6 for adults and $5 for students and children. All proceeds benefit the High School Drama Department.