By Hannah Crowley, Guest Columnist
Tired of studying for finals? Looking for a way to cool off in the Gettysburg heat? Us too! Get on the damn boat!
This Friday, May 3, Professor Christopher Fee’s Medieval Drama class will be holding their annual theater production, a modern rendition of the Wakefield “Noah,” titled “Noah: A Consequential Education.” Taking from the medieval tradition of festival performances on religious holidays, this production is the perfect way to celebrate the end of the spring semester!
The Wakefield “Noah,” part of a popular play cycle of the 15th-century, details the story of Noah, who is tasked by God to create an ark and save the faithful, and the animals, from a cataclysmic flood. Highlighting Noah’s dicey relationship with his wife, this medieval production would have not only told a popular religious tale, but also would have engaged the audience in the comedic rendition as the characters poke fun at one another and their situation.
Now, we’ve Done Great Work and given this play an update.
In “Noah: A Consequential Education,” Noah is a dedicated PLA struggling to finish his Shipbuilding major and maintain his relationship with his girlfriend, Gill, who just wants to have a fun night at Mama’s. But Bob— I mean God— decides to shake things up, especially for those who don’t follow the Honor Code. After a massive flood wipes out the school, Noah, Gill, and the Shipbuilding students must survive on a boat… together. It’s a Gettysburg-pocalypse!
The performance will take place at 4 pm on Friday on the steps of Breidenbaugh. Expect star performances from Archer Castle ’24, El Monzón ’26, Michael Allessi ’25, and more; you won’t want to miss your favorite classmates—or professors. Audience participation is highly encouraged, and we can’t wait to see you there!
Complete with squirt-guns, student-composed music and, of course, the damn boat, “Noah: A Consequential Education” is a party you won’t want to miss.
Trust me, this play is more than just Gettysburg Good Enough; it’s Gettysburg Great.
