ALAMOSA — Alamosa High School Theatre will be presenting “Arsenic and Old Lace” for it’s Spring 2019 Production.

Under the direction of Aaron Zak, a group of AHS students of mixed ages and experience levels will come together to bring this popular comedy of a story of two old ladies with a sinister side to them to life.

After the success of the 2018 production, “Noise is off,” Zak wanted to chose another script that fell under the category of “Ridiculous comedies.” When he suggested “Arsenic and Old Lace” the idea was met with great enthusiasm. Zak also noted that while he usually leans more toward drama, he enjoys comedies because the students find it “fun to come and be wacky.” Another reason that Zak chose “Arsenic and Old Lace,” is that it provides 14 roles that have a great deal of flexibility in terms of who can be cast. “I’ve known most of these kids since eighth grade,” he said. Hence, he has enjoyed watching how they have progressed during their time in AHS Theatre. He further noted that his students are “good natured.”

Megan McGuire, a senior who plays the role of Martha noted that she has had a “wonderful time,” taking part in the production. As a transfer student from Aurora she has found the production to be a “bonding experience,” with her fellow students.

Parker Weathers, a junior plays the role of Teddy Brewster also expressed his enthusiasm for the experience. He noted that he has enjoyed the fact that he can “Act like a crazy person and it works fine.”

Lisa Mix, a senior who plays the role of officer O’Hara has enjoyed being able to make new friends. Mix has been in theatre since sixth grade and enjoys how theatre gives her the opportunity to “explore a new side,” of herself. She has also enjoyed seeing how she and her fellow students have improved their skills over the past four years. “It’s been a blast,” she said.

Clayton Longfellow, a senior who assumes the role of Mortimer noted that he has found acting to be “the most fun,” because it also provides a form of escapism.

––He further noted that being a part of AHS theatre has helped him to “grow as a person,” because it has helped to improve his public speaking skills and learn to “present your best.”

The enthusiasm and camaraderie for this production are evident. The performers will showcase their work on at the AHS Theatre.

Show times

The show times for “Arsenic and Old Lace” will be Friday April 26 at 7 p.m. and Saturday April 27 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The cost is $7 for adults and $5 for students for the evening performances and $4 for the matinee performance.