If your calendars are free between the November 17 and 19 head over to the production of “Our Town,” put on by your fellow students in the auditorium.

This production will be a step-up from last year’s fall play which was a one-act compared to “Our Town’s” three. “Our Town” is a classic, which has been put on many times dating back to 1938. The play was also made into a movie in 1943 and then again in 2003. It’s author, Thornton Wilder, was a renowned playwright and author who was the winner of three Pulitzer Prizes, one of which happened to be for “Our Town.”.

The much acclaimed “Our Town” has little in common with decidedly modern “Selfie” of last year.

“We had a one act show that was kind of a mess,” Johanna Hill, senior, said. “This year we are so much more put together than last year.”

Hill is one of the leads in the play. She is very excited about this year’s production of “Our Town.”

“There’s lot’s of really good drama and really good opportunities for us to showcase some of our acting skills,” Hill said.

Also, the show has a new director. Catherine Hopkins, who moved here recently from Dallas, Texas, is taking over the reins. Hawkins has been in the business for the last 16 years where she directed over 85 productions.

“I hope to put down roots here at the high school and provide a framework for a new arts

initiative here at University City that can help make this school a challenging and rewarding place

to be for a young artist,” Hopkins said.

            Her experience and passion for theater will certainly show in the production. Hopkins hopes that not only will people be pleased and entertained by the performance, but also that they will be inspired by the show’s message. One quote from the show has a very powerful meaning.

“‘It’s easy for us in today’s society to get caught up in trying to ride the whirlwind of a busy and productive life but forget to stop and realize life while we are living it,’” quoted Hopkins. “That’s a line in the play and one of the most powerful moments. We are hoping to get our audience to sit up and take notice of the all that is good and meaningful in the world.”

All in all, this sure seems like a must-do for students and their families and friends.

“I’m really excited about it, I think it’s going to be a great show.” Hill said.