2007 Miracle Yearbook

" s nfully shy,Laura opens up to Jim I AlRIORhe i and introduces him to her beloved glass collection.This scene is an audience favorite as their hopes for Laura's happiness rise. v "[The play]stretched me as an actor and really opened my eyes to the strengths ofcollege productions,"said Justin Duff,who played Tom and served as the play's narrator. It. Amanda cradles Laura,assuring her that everything will work out when her"gentleman caller"comesto dinner. The backstage crew gathers for a picture. "It's fun working behind the scenes....You're there to witness the funny bloopers and happy accidents,"said costume crew member Kari Forson. • "This was a heartbreaking, beautiful play. Even though it was so sad,the actors'performances entranced me so that I just couldn't be depressed afterwards,"said junior Anna Cummings. The comraderie between the cast members was amazing to watch. With such a small cast, all agreed that it was a great opportunity to really get to know one another,which added depth to the final production. Although the relationship between Amanda and Tom is usually tense, mother and son share a rare momentoftenderness on the porch.