Event

The Great Gatsby

Presented by the Wilkes Early College High School Film and Drama Club

This great American novel is taking to the stage! A glitzy, glamorous drama, the Great Gatsby delves into the issues of wealth, love, and the American Dream. Come see this emotionally intense romp through the world of prohibition-era New York City. Meet flappers, bootleggers, and Gatsby himself along the way!

Show Dates:
Saturday, April 6th at 7pm
Sunday, April 7th at 2pm
Friday, April 12th at 7pm
Saturday, April 13th at 7pm

All ticket proceeds go to support Wilkes Early College High School Drama & Film Club and Wilkes Playmakers!

THE CAST:
Nick Carraway- Jonathan Worley
Jay Gatsby- Jared Staley
Daisy Buchanan- Skyler Teague
Tom Buchanan- Alex Hernandez
Jordan Baker- Jaclyn Kunkle
George Wilson- Braden Smith
Meyer Wolfsheim- Caden Barber
Chester McKee- Ivan Johnson
Mrs. McKee- Kaylee Simmons
Policeman- Benjamin Searcy
Mrs. Michaelis- Anabelle Higginbotham
Singer- Allan Clayton
Singer/Dancer- Jaliyah McCathern
Greta Garbo- Kristin Porter
Dancers/Rich Girls- Savannah McLean, Abigail McGroarty
Dancer/Waitress- Paige Wells
Dancers/Poor Girls- Aneisha Cockerham, Chloe Shew

THE TEAM:
Director: Olivia Van Buskirk
Technical Director: Dayna Brower
Assistant Director: Nolan Cotheren
Set Designer: Jeremy Peller
Stage Manager: Hollie Lynn
Hair/Makeup/Costume Director: Jay Call
Music Director: Kaylee Simmons
Light Designer: Destiny Smith
Light Operator: Hailey Hogan
Spotlight Operator: Jackson Brown