Red vs. The Wolf: Ben’s Ford Christian Drama Club presents a little different slant on the ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ story

It was a howling good time when the Ben’s Ford Christ-ian School Drama Club presented “Red vs. the Wolf” on April 30.

Red vs. the Wolf, written by Judy Wolfman, is a twist on the well-known fairy tale “Little Red Riding Hood.”

In this version, Willard the Wolf, a kind, considerate, and eco-friendly wolf, complains that he is a victim of misunderstanding perpetrated by the bratty Red. He claims that Granny knew who he was all along and that his disguise was meant to teach Red to be nice. Unfortunately, through Red’s devious schemes, everyone believes Willard to be a Big Bad Wolf.

The drama club presented two performances, one to the school and one open for the public. The actors and stage crew received rave reviews at both shows for their hard work and dedication.

Actors for Red vs. the Wolf, under the direction of Mrs. Jennifer Noah and Mrs. Marsha Thibodeaux, were:

Wolf—Adam Jones

Red—Kristin Sumrall

Granny—Winter Thibodeaux

Red’s Mother—Jennifer Noah

Woodcutter—Collin Creel

Deer—Alexa Jenkins

Butterfly—Mikaila Daigle

Rabbit—Chara Martin

Skunk—Dakota Riley

Stage Manager—Casey Mayo

The club spent months preparing for these performances. Paul Thibodeaux, Jason Noah, Collin Creel, Forrest Holcomb, Cody Sharp, and Cody Rayburn constructed the set, while Darren and Melissa Creel and Carol Spell provided the furniture for the set. Stage crew included Nicky Upton, Kristen Saucier, Bethanie Trahan, Brittany Warner, Josh Ferguson, Gabby Dixon and Ariel Jones. Mrs. Vickie Knight, Brittany Pierce, Chara Martin, Shelbye Branch, and Emily Miley worked on makeup and costumes.

Jason Noah, Cody Sharp, Nicky Upton, and Emily Miley directed lighting, and Gene Foster, Paul Thibodeaux and James Byrd controlled the video and sound.

Tim Sanders, Devin Castleberry, Nathan Pierce, Landon Smith, Allissa Goble, and Robyn Hines served as ushers for the shows, and Kory Lott was the emcee.

The drama club has already begun planning for next year and encourages students, families, and the public to support the efforts of its hardworking young men and women. For more information on the BFCS drama club and its future plans, contact Mrs. Marsha Thibodeaux at 985-735-0387.