“A lot of the storytelling mirrors the world of the Bronte sisters, but it also has a goth undertone,” said Magnolia founder Gina Handy Minyard. “Also, the dialogue is modern. The characters don’t speak with accents and there’s no contrived language. It’s a mash-up of styles.”
The cast of professional actors and UD students consists of Charmaine Webster as Agatha, Roniece Hutchins as Huldey, Ella Widau as Emilie, Amelia Tortorici as Marjory, Achille Kpeya Jr. as The Mastiff, and Farrah Rawlings as A Moor-Hen.
“‘The Moors’ has proven to be a delightful vehicle to explore the most honest and searing truths of the human condition,” said Michelle Hayford, director of the theatre, dance and performance technology program at UD who staged “Gideon’s Knot” for Magnolia in 2017. “It’s been wonderful to have UD students performing alongside the Magnolia cast members, and a welcomed return to directing for Magnolia for me.”
HOW TO GO
What: “The Moors”
When: Nov. 30-Dec. 3; 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday
Where: Black Box Theatre of University of Dayton’s Fitz Hall, 1529 Brown St., Dayton
Cost: $8 for general admission and $5 for UD students
More info: magnoliatheatrecompany.com
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