HHCA students bring heart and humor to stage

Hilton Head Christian Academy’s Fine Arts Department will bring laughter and warmth to the stage with its fall production of Over the River and Through the Woods, a family comedy by playwright Joe DiPietro.

Performances are scheduled for October 29th and 30th at 7 p.m., and November 1st at 7 p.m. at the HHCA Performing Arts Center in Bluffton.

The production features a small ensemble of student actors in a story centered on Nick, a young professional caught between his career ambitions and the traditions of his close-knit Italian-American grandparents. The play, known for balancing humor and heart, examines the enduring strength of family bonds.
HHCA junior Luke Strebe stars as Nick, alongside Noah Berry as Frank, Jetts Nelson as Aida, Eli Taylor as Nunzio, Amelia Lockhart as Emma, and Addi Rogers as Caitlin. The show is directed by Michelle McElroy Cox, who oversees the school’s performing arts program.

In addition to the performances, HHCA has partnered with local restaurant Frankie Bones to offer a “Dinner & a Show” package. The package includes a pre-show dinner followed by the performance, with reservations and details available through the school’s website.

Tickets are $12 for students and seniors, $18 for adults, and $55 for the dinner package. Seating is limited, with only three performances scheduled.

Tickets and additional information about the production are available at www.hhca.org/showtickets.

Hilton Head Christian Academy’s Fine Arts Department provides students with opportunities in theatre, music, and visual arts, encouraging creativity and excellence throughout its programs. More information about the department can be found at www.hhca.org.