PERFORMING arts students have tackled a challenging Greek tragedy for their sixth form production.
Sixth formers at Trinity Academy, Thorne, explored the Sophicles classic Oedipus over a two-night run.
Adapted for stage by head of performing arts Melanie Cutler, the 45-minute play was given an added twist by casting a girl in the lead role, with Courtney Green playing Oedipus.
Mrs Cutler said: “I wanted to give the A level students something challenging. Oedipus was part of the Year 12 exam piece last year so I developed it into a full-scale stage play.
“The play is very physical and really pushed them to their limits. They did exceptionally well.”
For leading lady Courtney, the play was another step closer to fulfilling her dreams of becoming a professional performer.
The 17-year-old secured an A at AS level last year with her performance on the back of A*s in dance and drama at GCSE the year before.
She has an audition soon for a place at the celebrated Bird College, London, whose graduates have gone on to star in West End shows, TV and film.
Courtney, who sings, acts and dances, said: “It has been an intense experience but very rewarding for us all.
“I’m looking forward to my audition which will help me decide on my future career as a professional performer of some sort.”
The cast also comprised Deanna Charles as Kreon, Tierney Herd as Jocasta and Courtney McLaren as Teiresias.
Megan Anderson, Jordan Clark, Jasmine Clarke, Megan George, Caitlin Houlbrook, Victoria Roe and Bailey Wilson had roles as priests, servants and as part of the chorus.
