Newnan Theatre To Perform “The Diary of Anne Frank”

Among the greatest heroes of World War II were the Dutch families who hid Jews from Nazis in secret compartments in their houses.  Two best selling books have been written about this:  “The Hiding Place” written by one of these Dutchmen, Corrie ten Boom, and “The Diary of a Young Girl,” written by one of the hidden Jews, Anne Frank.  Later, Anne Frank’s book began to be referred to as The Diary of Anne Frank.  The Hiding Place has been made into a movie and The Diary of Anne Frank has been made into a play.

“The Diary of Anne Frank” is based on the journal of a young Jewish girl who chronicled her daily life as she and her family hid from the Nazis in occupied Holland during World War II. The play was written by Frances Goodson and Albert Hackett; Newnan Theatre Company (NTC) is presenting a new adaptation done by Wendy Kesselman.

NTC’s Artistic Director Dave Dorrell is directing The Diary of Anne Frank. The cast for this production includes Meagan Owens as Anne Frank, Bill Hernberg as Otto Frank, Lynn Sovik as Edith Frank, Brittany Sovik as Margot Frank, Penelope Ludlow as Mrs. Van Daan, Mike Maloy as Mr. Van Daan, Joshua Pettus as Peter Van Daan, Jeff Allen as Mr. Dussel, Whitney Hubbell as Miep Gies and Lamar Payne as Mr. Krahler.

In the theatre lobby, there will be an exhibit detailing the hiding place of the Frank family and the secret annex by special arrangement with the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust

The Diary of Anne Frank will run Friday, April 22 through Saturday, May 7. This includes a special Thursday night performance on May 5 - Holocaust Remembrance Day. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows start at 8pm; Sunday matinee performances begin at 2:30pm. This show is rated PG for some mild language and images of violence.

This is a Main Stage Series show; reservations should be made early by calling 770-683-6282 or emailing nctc@numail.org. Group discounts are available for groups of 10 or more; handicapped seating is available if needed. Visit www.newnantheatre.com for more information.