The House of Yes

By Wendy MacLeod

Directed by Mark Sickler

The House of Yes was this year’s offering at the annual EMACT Drama Festival. The festival took place at The Groton School, June 13-17. Hovey participated along with 12 other Eastern Massachusetts community Theaters.

Produced by Michelle Aguillon and Stage Managed by Nicole Sparks, with lighting by Michael Clark Wonson, set design by John Mackenzie, and sound by Robin Gabrielli. The show was assisted by a dedicated run crew, which included Gabrielle Aguillon-Hatcher, Sara Jones, Mario Salinas, Michelle Aguillon, and Kristin Hughes.

Hovey received nominations for Best Actress (Gnatowski), Best Supporting Actress (Marshak), Lighting Design, and Sound Design. Hovey was honored with two awards this year, one for Sound Design and a special Adjudicators’ Award for Notable Theatrical Risk Taking. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew for an oustanding showing!

About the festival:

One of the highlights of the EMACT theatre season is the Annual Community Theatre Drama Festival, held in the late spring of each year. The popular long weekend event, which can accommodate a maximum of 18 participating member companies, entertains as well as educates. It’s an opportunity to witness a wide range of theatre and learn from professionals who adjudicate each production presented.

More information about EMACT can be found on their web-site: www.emact.org.

Cast (In Order of Appearance):

Jackie-O – Philana Gnatowski
Anthony – Angus Merry
Mrs. Pascal – Ronni Marshak
Marty – Judson Pierce Lesly – Jessie Olson