Miami University Theatre invites you to witness a captivating performance of Antigone, Presented by the Girls of St. Catherine’s by Madhuri Shekar, taking place from March 13-17, 2024, in Studio 88.

In the hallowed halls of St. Catherine’s, the drama club is faced with the monumental task of presenting Sophocles’ timeless tragedy, Antigone. Set in an all-girls Catholic school, the production encounters unexpected challenges when the director, a beloved figure to the cast, commits an unforgivable betrayal just days before the opening night. Amidst the chaos, the actors grapple with impossibly difficult choices, mirroring the very themes they are portraying on stage. The question lingers: What is the right thing to do, and must the show go on?

The gripping narrative unfolds against the backdrop of St. Catherine’s, where the drama club must navigate the complexities of both the classic play and their own dramatic circumstances. As they rehearse, the audience is drawn into a world of intrigue, passion, and the indomitable spirit of the performers.

All showings will commence at 7:30 p.m., except for the closing Sunday performance, which begins at 2:00 p.m.

Director Oluchi Nwokocha expressed her excitement, saying, “This is a wonderful show that tests the boundaries of friendships. It asks the question: What should I do when the right thing hurts the ones I love? Enter the world of St. Catherine's where every decision is a high stakes one.” She continued, “We have a wonderful cast and crew and I look forward to everyone viewing this spectacular production."

Event Details:

• Play: Antigone, Presented by the Girls of St. Catherine’s by Madhuri Shekar
• Dates: March 13-17, 2024
• Venue: Studio 88, Miami University, Oxford, OH
• Show Times: All evenings at 7:30 p.m., Sunday closing performance at 2:00 p.m.

Ticket Information:

• Tickets can be purchased online or by contacting the Miami Box Office at 513-529-3200.
• The Miami Box Office, located in Nellie Craig Walker Hall, is open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for walk-up purchases.
• Season tickets are available, offering a 25% discount for purchasers.

Cast

Greta: Zamani Munashe
Marilyn: Caroline Miller
Lily: Gianna Colarich
Jamie / Mr. Reed: Max Kaufman 
Jamie / Mr. Reed (understudy): Michael "Fergie" Ferguson
Anna: Hannah Jones-Beyene
Anna/Lily (understudy): Mallory Stiles
Tamsin: Avery Smith
Susan: Lily Jacket 
Susan (understudy): Samantha Lapp

Production

Director: Oluchi Nwokocha
Assisted by Jamie Ellen Ripperger
Choreographer:  Alexandra Leurck 
Stage Manager: Lauren Lewis
Assisted by Jordan Kipp and Elizabeth Bauer
Lighting Designer: Seth Cousin
Costume Designer: Nina Haurani 
Sound Designer: Grayson Ritts
Scene Designer: Gion DeFrancesco