Lutheran High School Student News

THE LUHI ROAR

THE LUHI ROAR

Lutheran High School Student News

THE LUHI ROAR

THE LUHI ROAR

Lutheran High School Student News

THE LUHI ROAR

Ryan Kleim, playing Macebth.
Prepare! Prepare! Prepare!
Zissel Krett, Writer • November 10, 2023
Keeping the Focus on Christ
Keeping the Focus on Christ
Lauren Larson, Editor in Chief • November 9, 2023
Lutheran Softball Team Wins Championship
Lutheran Softball Team Wins Championship
Makenna Moore, Writer • November 1, 2023
Lauren Larson (12) and Rebekah Saucerman (12) mixing cake batter for pumpkin cake pops.
LuHi’s Culinary Club is Back
Abigail Horwith, Writer • October 30, 2023
The Cheer team, after qualifying for Nationals during the Colorado Regionals.
The LuHi Cheer Team is Heading to Nationals.
Isabella Gehoski, Writer • October 23, 2023

Lutheran’s production of Macbeth is chilling, mesmerizing, and unforgettable.

Lutherans+production+of+Macbeth+is+chilling%2C+mesmerizing%2C+and+unforgettable.

Macbeth, a classic tragedy about ambition, greed, and murder is not an easy production, but LuHi Theater took it on and exceeded every expectation. The production does not shy away from its dark, oftentimes bloody atmosphere, but leans into it fully, creating a haunting tone that draws you into the story. 

The lead actors, Ryan Kliem and Rebekah Jacob, portrayal of insanity and desperation is entrancing and almost unsettling with realistic, frantic emotion. The dialogue between Lady Macbeth and Macbeth is so well done that it barely registers as the tricky English often associated with Shakespeare and his plays. It is clear that Kliem and Jacob poured their hearts into their roles, and it made their performances outstanding. 

The rest of the cast is no less impressive. The strength of each character draws you into the show and leaves you dazed by intermission. The dialogue is quick, smooth, and sharp. The minimal scenery makes the actors stand out and allows their hard work and talent to shine. Notable mentions include Elizabeth Parkes, who switched between witch and wife, bringing new characterization and depth to each of her roles. Vaughn Aarhaus’s dramatic portrayal of Macduff was impossible to look away from, as his passion and raw talent bled through each scene. 

Perhaps the most exciting part of the entire show was the stage fights. Swords clashed and brought the show to a fever pitch. Each fight’s choreography was masterful and intricate. Put simply, they were cool.

It was an excellent production, and everyone who has the opportunity to see the show absolutely should. While opening night may be sold out there are still three shows with available tickets. Click here and get your tickets. Don’t miss this outstanding production.

 

More to Discover
About the Contributor
Lauren Larson, Newspaper Editor in Chief
Lauren is the Editor-in-Chief of the Luhi Roar. She is in 12th grade. This is her second year writing and editing for the Roar. In her free time, Lauren likes to read novels and listen to music.