The Rowan Knight

Publish Date: Dec. 22, 2022

The Crafton Hills College Theatre program had a spectacular opening night for the highly anticipated production of The Rowan Knight on Dec 2.

Marcus McInerney excelled in his performance as the Rowan Knight, as did Crafton scholar Tara Quick, the female lead as the Witch of Westmoreland. During a horrific battle, the Rowan Knight is terribly wounded, and he is given the gift of invincibility by the Witch of Westmoreland.

A magical tale full of sword fighting, witches, fairies, magic, and adventure, this was the second time the Crafton Hills College Theatre Program performed The Rowan Knight. The play was performed on zoom in Spring of 2021 and was such a success it was selected a second time for the Fall of 2022.

The opening battle scene and intricate props, which included sword play and created a sense of magical fantasy, delighted spectators. The play was written as an allegory of mental illness and left the audience contemplating the unforeseen ending. Playwright Karen Fix Curry captivated the attendees, cast, and crew with an interactive talk-back and question and answer session following the performance. In true Crafton Hills College fashion, campus clubs and athletic teams were there to show support for their peers.