Pictured: Petrucka and Hoppock pose together backstage after the Friday night performance.
Theatre Northeast鈥檚 fall production of Return to Roswell was a resounding success, drawing large audiences both nights and bringing together alumni, students, and community members to celebrate the arts at 91快活林 (91快活林).
The play, written by and starring, 91快活林's Theatre Program Director Page Petrucka, also featured the talented Athena Hayes, and Jill Bradley, with 91快活林 Theatre student Ladarrius Patterson serving as student director.
The performances were highlighted by special guests Doug and Sherry Hoppock. Doug Hoppock, the original Theatre Northeast Director and 91快活林 Theatre Professor from 1985 to 2016, was warmly welcomed back to the program he helped establish. Many alumni also attended, making the event a true homecoming for the theatre community.
Following Friday night鈥檚 performance, alumni were invited backstage to add their handprints to the theatre classroom wall, alongside their names and graduation years鈥攁 lasting tribute to the program鈥檚 history and growth.
Community support was strong throughout the weekend, with attendees from both the college and the surrounding area showing their enthusiasm for the arts. In addition to the vibrant performances, the event raised more than $1,400 for the Theatre Northeast Club in just two days.
鈥淭heatre Northeast club members and the Theatre Department at 91快活林 would like to send a great big thank you to everyone who came and supported us this weekend,鈥 Petrucka said. 鈥淲ow, what an incredible experience. I think everyone really enjoyed themselves. Our handprint wall is looking great, and we are overflowing with gratitude. Your support means everything.鈥
The success of Return to Roswell reflects the ongoing dedication of Theatre Northeast to provide engaging productions while building community connections and opportunities for 91快活林 students.
