Stage
The VMI Community Theatre presents, “Murder on the Nile,” Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 30 at 2 p.m. in Gillis Theater.
The three-act play was written by Agatha Christie, based on her 1937 novel, “Death on the Nile.” The idyllic surroundings of a Nile cruise are shattered by a shocking and brutal murder. Under scrutiny is a multitude of memorable passengers, all with a reason to kill. The tension and claustrophobia builds, as a shocking and audacious conspiracy is laid bare.
Included in the cast are VMI cadets Tori Wright ’24 as Jacqueline de Severac, Nicole Samella ’26 as Kay Mostyn, Carla Feaster ’27 as Christina Grant, John Stotler ’27 as first beadseller and McNaught, Jesse Vaughn ’27 as steward, Sophia Heinlein ’28 as Louise, Aadil Pattada ’28 as Simon Mostyn, and Keye Warren ’28 as Smith.
Community members in the cast include Emma Hawes as Miss ffoliot-foulkes, Andrew Hartless as police official, Tom Oxendine as Canon Pennefather, Kristen Pace as Dr. Bessner, and Tim Price as second beadseller.
The play is directed by Tim Price, assisted by Andrew Hartless. Stage crew includes Laura Canaday ’27 and Dusand Barrow ’28. Rechnna Sok ’26 serves as costume manager.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens ages 65 and over, payable by cash or check at the door. Cadets and children age 6 and under are free. Reservations are not required. Gillis Theater is located in Marshall Hall on VMI post. For additional information, email Tim Price at pricetr@vmi.edu.
