From November 14th 2024 to November 16th 2024, Mayfield Senior School’s Theater and Technical Theater Conservatories performed The Play That Goes Wrong: High School Edition. The production follows the Cornley Drama Society as its members attempt to put on a play called The Murder at Haversham Manor. However, despite the company’s best efforts to keep the show on track, disarray engulfs the stage as the ill-fated show confronts countless blunders, mishandled situations, and horrifying circumstances. The comedic performance showcased the conservatories’ passionate dedication to their craft in giving the audience many laughs and creating a space of beautifully controlled chaos. In the words of director, Ms. Maryanne Householder, “This show truly has been a labor of love” as she and assistant director Audrey Arias 25’ led the cast and crew to execute a successful production.
Mayfield Minute: What Went Right In The Play That Goes Wrong: High School Edition
December 2, 2024
As chaos engulfs the stage, the mystery unravels and the true culprit is revealed.
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Chloe Chiang, Crier Managing Editorial Assistant
Chloe Chiang is a sophomore at Mayfield Senior School, and this will be her second year writing for the Mayfield Crier. Alongside being the Managing Editorial Assistant for the Crier, she serves in Campus Ministry and as the Newspaper Representative on Arts Council. Chloe focuses on community and culture pieces, often conducting interviews and showcasing her Filipino heritage. As a Filipino-American, she speaks fluent Illongo and strives to improve her articulacy in Tagalog as well. At Mayfield, Chloe enjoys participating in theater, photography, cubs in action ambassadors, and swimming. In her free time, she also loves baking, singing, reading, and taking part in outlets for creative writing. Chloe cannot wait to watch the Crier continue to flourish and is ecstatic to contribute to its growth this year!