Ridgewood High’s New Players Company Unleashes Gothic Comedy Just in Time for Halloween
photos courtesy Ridgewood High School New Players Company
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Get ready for a wickedly fun dose of literary mischief! The Ridgewood High School New Players Company is pulling back the curtain on its fall production this week, offering a show that’s a perfect blend of high school angst, Gothic satire, and supernatural chaos.
The play? The hilariously titled “Emily Brontë, Teenage Necromancer.”
Written by acclaimed playwright Don Zolidis, the production reimagines the author of Wuthering Heights as a young woman who accidentally discovers she possesses the dark gift of necromancy—the ability to communicate with and raise the dead!
A Perfect Blend of Thrills and Undead Comedy
Running for four nights, the show promises to deliver “Gothic thrills, undead comedy, and the perfect dose of Halloween spirit.”
In this smart satire, as the young Emily Brontë’s powers intensify, the absurdity escalates, blending the melodrama of the Brontë sisters with zombie mayhem and classic coming-of-age comedy.
- Director Stephanie Stearns Dulli called the play a “perfect blend of literary mischief, Halloween fun, and theatrical creativity.” A devoted Halloween enthusiast, Dulli noted that the show is an ideal match for Ridgewood’s legendary autumn celebrations, saying, “There’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a play that brings the whole community together.”
- Artistic Director Kelly Van Zile praised playwright Zolidis’s work, stating, “Don is brilliant at crafting stories that are both hilarious and accessible for young performers.”
Show Details and Tickets
This dynamic production features a talented cast of Ridgewood High School students performing alongside young actors from the district’s elementary schools, making it a true community effort.
- Dates: The show runs from October 23 through October 26.
- Location: RHS Little Theater, 627 East Ridgewood Ave.
- Showtimes: Evening performances run Wednesday through Friday, with a special Saturday matinee.
- Tickets: Available online now at rhsnewplayers.com and will also be sold at the door.
Don’t miss this unique Halloween theatrical experience that proves even literary giants can’t escape high school drama… or the occasional zombie!
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