Oskaloosa High School is presenting “The Great Gatsby” Friday and Saturday nights (12/17 & 18) at the George Daily Auditorium.  Alexandra Nolan, who plays “Myrtle”, tells us why you should see the play.

“This play is great for everyone in your household.  There are fun moments; there are sad moments.  There’s really a chance for everyone to feel involved and really feel like they’re a part of this production.  It’s also just a beautiful piece that has a true meaning behind it that is truly beautiful.”

Elliot Nelson, who plays “Tom Buchanan”, says: “Especially recovering from COVID years, this has really been an opportunity for us to come out and show what theater is about and how people in the community can really get engaged with theater and really enjoy it.”

Jade Whitley, who plays “Daisy Buchanan”, talks about what she enjoys about being in “The Great Gatsby.”  “It’s really been a great experience bonding with the rest of the cast members and just really getting into my character.  This is something I’ve never done before—-the play, not theater (laughs). So It’s just a really good experience to get to know the character.  It’s a more serious play and we’re used to doing more fun, very out there shows. And it was really nice to get to do something new.”

“The Great Gatsby” will be performed Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 at the George Daily Auditorium.