shop online at www.missourivalleyshopper.com May 31, 2016 • Page 11 n PLAY From Page 9 “In the end, we rented the crowns, weapons and wigs, but were able to make the clothes and secure everything else,” Vavra said. “The kids are really excited about the costumes.” FEELING THE EXCITEMENT The excitement was expressed by two cast members. Quinn Fargo plays the werewolf Fenris Ulf. The 15-year-old boy has performed in productions since 2013. “I’ve acted in a few shows. I’ve done a lot of Lewis and Clark and children’s theater productions,” he said. “I thought I would try out for this show and see how it goes.” Fargo admits his role requires him to act against his natural personality. “In this role, I have to be mean. That’s not really me, so I need to learn to be mean,” he said. “But for my last role, I needed to be naughty and learned to act that way.” For cast member Lauren Bruening, the upcoming production represents a family affair. The incoming Yankton High School freshman is the daughter of the co-director. The younger Bruening enjoys working with her mother and receiving direction. However, she also draws upon her own theatrical experiences. She has remained involved in theater since 2008. “You step out of yourself (when acting),” Lauren said. “It’s a fun experience, and you make new friends. With this show, I love the costume and crown. It’s a thrill to do the show. This has been an adventure.” As part of that adventure, she has learned new things along the way. “The college students give me pointers on how to do things,” she said. MAKING AN IMPACT Robertson and Howe are seeking to make an impact on the younger cast members. “We hope to inspire them and give them ideas for acting,” said Robertson, a Springfield native who graduated from Bon Homme High School. Howe, a Vermillion High School graduate, holds familiarity with the production. “I know the story,” she said. “I’ve seen the movie and have read the book, but I didn’t know it was a stage show.” The diverse cast of the Yankton production provides unique teaching opportunities, Howe said. “We’re working with different ages and experience levels, and it’s been fun,” she said. The two USD theater students are required to complete a summer internship outside of a USD-sponsored setting. The current production gives them an insight into acting, teaching, directing and children’s theater, they said. Robertson has learned a great deal in the process. “You’re discovering new things, and this is so fun,” she said. Howe said she has been pleased with the cast’s willingness to work with her. “Everybody listens and responds to what you say,” she said. “It’s great seeing everything come together.” ——— The curtain rises June 2-3 and June 10-11 at 7:30 p.m. and June 4-5 and June 12 at 2 p.m. The June 4 show has been changed to a matinee to accommodate Ribfest. 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