2023-24 Theatre Season
The Kentucky Cycle
HHS Fall Play
November 2nd thru 6th, 2023
Experience the gripping saga of "The Kentucky Cycle," a journey through time that delves deep into the heart of eastern Kentucky! Watch as the Rowen, Talbert, and Biggs families navigate the treacherous waters of change, as the booming coal industry promises prosperity but delivers deception and conflict. Be lured by the silver-tongued J.T. Wells and his alluring coal deals. Feel the ground shake as miners battle for their rights amidst oppressive conditions. As family loyalties are tested and the land bears the scars of industry, this epic tale of hope, betrayal, and redemption will leave you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out on the drama, the history, and the soul of this Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece!
Matilda
HMS Musical
January 25th - 28th, 2024
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life.
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher Miss Honey. During her first term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves to punish those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace!
Damn Yankees
HHS Musical
March 21st - 24th, 2024
Based on the novel, The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant by Douglass Wallop, Damn Yankees the Broadway mega-hit hits it out of the park!
Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation, Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life that he's left behind. Joe ultimately outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series.