Magical Theatre Co. presents ‘Witness to the Prosecution’
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From left, Adam Hoffman as Sir Wilfrid Robarts, Michael Sonata as Justice Wainwright, Gabe Reed as Leonard Vole.
“The question is whether you were lying then or are you lying now?”
One of the greatest courtroom dramas ever comes to Barberton stage
BGNN staff report
BARBERTON Magical Theatre Company, Northeast Ohio’s professional resident and touring theatre for young audiences and families, continues the season with one of the first and still greatest courtroom dramas ever, “Witness for the Prosecution.” An electric and ingeniously crafted mystery, according to a news release.
A wealthy woman is found murdered and there is only one real suspect: her handsome, charming, and much younger gentleman friend. Yes, he has a motive, but did he actually do it?
Due to a strict no-spoilers policy, we can’t answer that question. But we can tell you is the play is full of clever twists, passion, deceit, and shocking testimony. This sensational play is not to be missed.
Written by the “Queen of Mystery,” Agatha Christie, this play is directed by Dennis O’Connell and features a large cast of professional actors including Steve Boardman of Hudson, Noah Casino of Akron, Dimitri Georgiadis of Wadsworth, Hallie Heffernan of New York City, Adam Hoffman of Cuyahoga Falls, Amanda Kidd of Kent, Deb Lemire of Cuyahoga Falls, Zoe McConaha of Bolivar, Jerimie Newcomb of New Franklin, Gabriel Reed of Barberton, Mark Ross of Canton, Mark Seven of Akron, and Michael Sonata of Canton.
The creative team includes Magical Theatre Company members Ben Needham of Bedford (scenic designer), Lance Switzer of Cleveland (lighting designer), Inda Blatch-Geib of Akron (costume designer), Jeremiah Isley of Tallmadge (sound designer), Connor Stout of Cleveland Heights (Technical Director) and Walter Boswell (scenic artist) of Cleveland Heights.
“Witness for the Prosecution” runs Jan. 31 – Feb. 8 and is most enjoyed by families ages 12 and up. Tickets are $18 and $20 per person. For dates, times, and reservations, or further information, please visit www.magicaltheatre.org, or call 330 848-3708. Magical Theatre Company is located at 565 W Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton.
