And Then There Were None

Directed by Davis Haymes

Director's Note:

Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to this performance of Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None. The cast and crew is eager to share with you this riveting and suspenseful story. Our company has met once a week since the beginning of this calendar year, and each of the students has poured many hours into this process. Some students should be mentioned in particular, as they joined the company later in the process. Ms. Mila Gregory joined us in February as Mrs. Rogers, and Isabel Everett joined us as Ms. Emily Brent at the beginning of May. I'm very thankful for these incredible actors who were willing to take on this challenge!

The students at Homeschool Plus have always yearned to be challenged. Last year's production of Our Town was my first time working with them, and I held them to a standard of excellence, which they rose to quite nicely. After sharing with them multiple college level acting practices and techniques, they wanted a production that would give them the opportunity to use these new skills. This story provides them a playground of infinite chances to make their own choices and create the world of Soldier Island for themselves, which I have encouraged throughout this process.

As a Christian Director and Theatre Teacher, it is my mission to ensure that my students are equipped to handle material in a Christ-centered and healthy manner. We do not shy away from difficult topics. Rather, if the chance arises to address a challenging subject matter, it is my intention to show the students that portraying flawed characters in a flawed world is part of the responsibility of the Christian performer.

I hope that you enjoy witnessing the fruits of their labor! We offer this, and all of our work to God and His Glory.

SOLDIER ISLAND CHARACTERS

• THOMAS ROGERS (Kai Palmer) - A well trained housekeeper and servant.

• ETHEL ROGERS (Mila Gregory) - Wife of Rogers, a talented cook, albeit talkative and nervous.

• FRED NARRACOTT (Kenneth Keyes) - Groundskeeper of Soldier Island, who lives on the mainland.

• VERA CLAYTHORNE (Ashley Covington) - An optimistic young lady who just accepted a position as secretary to the Owens.

• PHILIP LOMBARD (Jonathan Sandow) - A retired Captain, mysterious and playfully antagonistic.

• ANTHONY MARSTON (Jacob Cutchin) - A wealthy and daft young bachelor.

• WILLIAMINA BLORE (Isabella Armbrust) - A detective who is a 'master' of disguise.

• GENERAL JOHN MACKENZIE (Elianna Yopp) - A retired general, who is tired and seeks rest.

• EMILY BRENT (Isabel Everett) - A judicious and vicious older woman.

• SIR LAWRENCE WARGRAVE (Juneau Frisbie Baade) - A Justice of the High Court, well renowned in all of England.

• DR. EDITH ARMSTRONG (Isabella Castelloe) - A former surgeon, now a nerve specialist.

Setting: The living room of a house on Soldier Island, off the coast of Devon, England.

Act I - A summer evening in August.

Act II, Scene 1 - The following morning.

Act II, Scene 2 - The same day. Afternoon.

Act III, Scene 1 - The same day. Evening.

Act III, Scene 2 - The following afternoon.

Content Advisory: This play includes the topics of violence, death, and images related. There will be a prop firearm used on stage, and the sound of gunshots will occur. There is simulated consumption of alcohol by characters of drinking age.

Run Time: This show will run approximately 2 1/2 hours with a sharp 15 minute intermission. Concessions will be available in the cafeteria before the show and during intermission. Exit out the back of the sanctuary and turn left to the blue cafeteria door, which also has additional bathrooms down the hall.

Meet the Cast

Isabella Grace Armbrust (Mr. Davis / Williamina Henrietta Blore) is a sophomore with an interest in art, poetry, and theatre. She has performed previously as, Annoying Pony Alien in KEYS’ Space Princess Wars, Howie Newsome in HSP’s Our Town, and has helped backstage on a few of KPCT’s shows. She is very excited and nervous to be playing a larger role this year, and would like to thank the director, Mr. Davis, for being gracious with all of them, and hopes that all of her classmates survive the show. In Mr. Davis’ words, “For legal reasons, that is a joke.”

Isabella Castelloe (Dr. Edith Armstrong) is a 17-year-old girl with too many hobbies and an unhealthy obsession with the TV show Supernatural. When she’s not babbling about her favorite show, you can often find her in her cave (aka her bedroom), drawing, writing, playing piano, listening to music, and hanging out with her cats, Jovi and Marie. She also enjoys a variety of dance, but her favorites are ballet, tap, and jazz. Music is a big part of her life, and she has very diverse taste, but you’ll find her mostly raving about Bon Jovi. Bella has previously been ensemble in Narnia The Musical (2021) and Oliver! (2022) and has also played Peppermint Patty in You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown (2023). Bella would like to thank Mr. Davis for giving her the opportunity to bring Dr. Armstrong to life and be part of this thrilling production. She would also like to thank her family and friends for supporting her through all of her crazy adventures. And above all else, she’d like to thank the Lord for blessing her and touching this production.

Ashley Covington (Vera Claythorne) is a sophomore in high school. She’s been in theater since she was eight years old, and has been in many performances, including Oliver! with HSP (Mrs. Sowerberry/ensemble), Our Town with HSP Performing Arts (Mrs. Gibbs), Into the Woods Jr. with Stonebridge (Jack’s mother), The Pilgrim’s Progress with Logos theatre (Hopeful), and several other productions. Along with acting, she’s a singer, dancer, and pianist. She is elated to be acting alongside her friends and to showcase one of Agatha Christie’s hauntingly wonderful novels. She would like to thank Mr. Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Henaghan, her family, and God.

Jacob Cutchin (Anthony Marston) has been involved with HSP Performing Arts since 2021 when he performed in Narnia, the Musical as a dwarf. Jacob has since performed in many HSP theater productions including Oliver, Not Your Average Joe, and Charlie Brown, as well as TADA theater productions of Shrek and Frozen. Jacob loves the art of performance, and loves working with HSP. Jacob would like to thank Mr. Davis for being a great teacher.

Isabel Everett (Emily Brent) is homeschooled and in the 8th grade. Her hobbies are reading, singing, acting, and spending time with friends and family. Her favorite roles include Little Red Riding Hood in Into the Woods Jr. and Miss Andrews in Mary Poppins Jr. She is delighted to be a part of this amazing production!

Juneau Frisbie Baade (Sir Lawrence Wargrave) is a homeschooling 15 year old. Juneau has previously enjoyed roles with The Academy of Arts' The Pilgrim's Progress, with HSP Performing Arts as Dr. Gibbs (Our Town), Chairman (Oliver), and Bull (Narnia, the Musical), among others. Favorite roles Juneau has held recently include Mr. Banks (Mary Poppins), Baker (Into the Woods), and Man in Chair (The Drowsy Chaperone), each with TADA. He was honored to teach children through his role as Mayor in the Celebrate Jesus original musical, The Legend of Belle Estelle (June-July 2023). In addition to acting, Juneau valued the experience of working backstage at The Logos Theatre in South Carolina, with tech and props/set design for The Ant and The Grasshopper and The Pilgrim's Progress, and with HSP's local musical, Charlie Brown. Beyond theatre, Juneau loves music, singing, classical voice, playing and composing piano, and attending live performances of all kinds. He is enamored with history, languages, writing, exploring, artistry, apologetics, and comedy/satire. Juneau would like to thank Mr. Davis Haymes, his voice teacher and HSP founder, Mrs. Margaret McLewin, his very first theatre teacher at age 8, Mrs. Lisa Hernandez, his parents, little brother, Meleao, and his grandparents for their love and support. Matt 18:6-14

Mila Cheryi Gregory (Mrs. Ethel Rogers) Is 15 years old and is in 10th grade. She enjoys various things, including learning different styles of dance, writing, studying, having fun with her best friends and creating beautiful things. When she is not doing those things, she will be at rehearsal doing her favorite thing of all - theatre. Mila has been a part of 30+ productions in the past 4 years, both on and off stage. Her favorite roles have been the Witch in Into the Woods, Discretion in The Pilgrim’s Progress, and her very first role as “Baby June” from Gypsy. She also loves backstage work, with her favorites being run crew for Wonka, sound assistant for Charlie Brown, spotlight operator for Oliver, and an all around run crew techie for High School Musical. She is very excited to be playing Mrs. Rogers, and would like to thank her parents for their undying love and encouragement, as well as her best friends, and Mr Davis for being a wonderful director! 1 Thessalonians 16-22

Kenneth Keyes (Fred Narrocott)

Kai Palmer (Thomas Rogers) is a homeschooled 15-year-old who has been performing on stage for the past 5 years with various local groups. Recent credits include Aldolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone, Jr. (TADA School of Performing Arts), Swan Lake Dancer/Ensemble in Anastasia (Virginia Wesleyan University), Bert in Mary Poppins, Jr. (TADA), and Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf in Into the Woods, Jr. (StoneBridge Drama). He also studies classical voice, sings with The Doorway Singers, and dances at Academie de Ballet. His hobbies include all things Broadway, reading classic literature, and studying history. He would like to thank God, his family and friends, and Mr. Davis. Psalm 115:1

Jonathan Sandow (Captain Philip Lombard) is sixteen years old and has been involved with every aspect of theatre since his first production, Not Your Average, in 2022. You may have seen him as Wally in Our Town (2023) or Majordomo Oompa Loompa in Willy Wonka (2024). Jonathan finds joy both onstage and backstage. He is currently Stage Manager of Richard Johnson's original one-act play, Couples Anonymous, at KPCT. When he's not at rehearsal, Jonathan likes jamming out to country music, working out, taking strolls in his neighborhood, and drinking his coffee black. He wants to thank Mr. Davis for being such a great director, role model, and friend, and thanks to Jesus for standing beside him through all of life's highs, lows, and tech weeks. Galatians 6:9

Elianna Yopp (General John MacKenzie) is a homeschooling 8th grader who has been in many productions with HSP Performing Arts. In recent years, Elianna has played roles in Our Town (2023), Oliver (2022), and Narnia, the Musical (2021). When not in theatre, Elianna loves art. She would like to thank Mr. Davis for allowing her to work with him and the theatre department. Good luck to the cast with this performance and in the future!

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE CREW:

Christopher Keyes (stage manager)

Donovan Palmer (props designer/creator of the 10 Little Soldiers) is a 13-year-old homeschooled 8th grader who attends KEYS. He has performed in musical theatre for the past four years. His most memorable roles include Mr. Wormwood (Matilda, Jr.), Oliver Hix (The Music Man, Jr.), Charley Bates (Oliver!), and the Superintendent (The Drowsy Chaperone, Jr.). He studies circus arts, takes acrobatics, and tap dancing, and enjoys working with various art mediums, particularly when dealing with props and set design. He has a passion for music, plays a variety of percussion instruments, and marches with the KEYS Drumline. When he is not involved in fine arts, you will find him fishing, surfing, or exploring at the beach. He would like to thank God for his passion for the arts.

Luther Yopp (lights, sound) is a homeschooling 8th grader who has enjoyed working many shows as a sound and lighting technician, as well as working backstage including Our Town, Not Your Average Joe, Charlie Brown, Oliver!, and Willy Wonka. Beyond theatre, Luther enjoys gardening, fishing, country music, and everything outdoors.