The lights dim down. The crowd’s excited chatter comes to a screeching halt. A lanky man in a green-felt hat with a red feather walks onto the stage just as the spotlight illuminates his features.
“Welcome to Huntley High School’s production of “The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood!”
After a brief introduction, the velvet red curtains swished to the sides, revealing Robin Hood and his merry men in striking bold poses. The crowd broke into applause, and the energy surged. This was going to be a play to remember.
“The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood” was selected as the winter play of the year, much to the delight of many. It had been years since Huntley put on a comedy, so this was expected to be a breath of fresh air and a great addition to the plethora of shows HHS theatre has put on.
“Finding out the play was “Robin Hood” was so exciting,” senior Grace Comeaux said. “This is a classic story that everyone knows, and I couldn’t wait to help tell it in a new way.”
In this performance, the roles were reversed: men played traditionally female characters, such as the fair ladies. Females played the merry men, the king, and the sheriff, while Comeaux played Robin Hood. Her facials, line deliveries, and body language were all on point. Her mastery and passion fueled her to put on the best performances she could and had the audience cackling at her hilarious timing and witty puns.
The performances were from Jan. 30 through Feb. 1, with 7 p.m. shows on all three nights, as well as a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday. However, much time and effort was spent well before the big opening night. Auditions were held just before Thanksgiving break, and the cast has been rehearsing since late November.
“The rehearsal process had its ups and downs,” senior Michelle Nguyen said. “If anything, I learned perseverance and how to stand strong in the face of difficulties. I felt so free and had fun [on our opening night] though, which made it all worth it.”
Nguyen played the cunning sheriff, who thirsted for power and was determined to stop Robin Hood from marrying Lady Marian at all costs. When it came down to it, a bowling match ensued. In the end, however, the sheriff and the king – played by junior Reagan Young – were defeated and banished to a bad rendition of the musical “Cats.”
Together, the cast put on a wonderful show and had the audience laughing at each joke. It was clear how much time and love was put into the play. Each actor held their own, as well as set designers, technicians, and everyone in between.
“I wasn’t sure what to expect walking into it, but the play exceeded my expectations,” audience member Connor Murray said. “It had me laughing and cheering on Robin Hood, so I’m really glad I came out to watch it.”
The Somewhat True Tale of Spoons, Forbidden Love, and Bowling
From Jan. 30 through Feb. 1, Huntley actors in “The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood” put on performances in the PAC.
By Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager
February 2, 2025
Robin Hood (Grace Comeaux) stands below the bedroom window of the fair Lady Marian (Aiden Benson).
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Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager
Carrie Willig is the social media manager for her second year in a row! It is her second year on The Voice staff. In her free time, Carrie loves to read, spend quality time with family, hang out with friends, and watch Disney movies. She’s so excited to make the 2023-24 school year another great year!