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Agnes of God opens in Black Box Theatre

Sarah Spohn A & E Editor Despite a fairly dark subject, Agnes of God shed light on important questions for audience members in the LCC Black Box Theatre Oct. 4-5 and 11-12. Agnes of God tells the story of a young lady accused of killing her newborn baby. Mother Superior stands between Agnes and Dr. Livingstone, the court psychiatrist. While the LCC Performing Arts production is a drama, dialogue from the characters included witty banter, a few laughs and plenty of pondering. The play features adult themes and its actors gave a suggested audience age of 13 and up. The play originated in the 80s, but it still holds relevance decades later in todays world. Director Paige Dunckel said the play has a timely message and is a great pick, even

The court-appointed psychiatrist (Kelley McNabb), speaks with Agnes about the mysterious death of her child.

Mother Miriam Ruth, played by Oralya Garza, delivers a monologue during Agnes of God in the Black Box Theatre Oct. 5

with a tiny cast. An intimate cast of three ladies, paired with the small Black Box Theatre, made for a personal connection between actors and the audience. According to Dunckel,

the play was written in a way as to leave its viewers guessing. Unanswered questions make the audience form their own truths, opinions and narrate their own storylines based on their religion and realities.

Agnes, played by Devaughn Staley, speaks with court pyschiartist Dr. Martha Livingstone (Kelley McNabb).

Photos by Suzanna Powers

Actress Kelley McNabb lets her hair down after performing in Agnes of God.