Cape theatre students to present ‘Trap’ Nov. 21-23

The Cape Henlopen High School announced details of its fall production, “Trap” are set Thursday to Friday, Nov. 21 to 24, at 1250 Kings Highway, Lewes. 

A suspenseful play by Stephen Gregg, “Trap” is packed with intense storytelling and edge-of-your-seat action.

Performances will take place at 7 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21, 22 and 23. An encore performance will take place at 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 24.

“Trap” delves into the terrifying mystery surrounding a community in Menachap, Calif. The story begins with a chilling incident: during a high school performance, every audience member inexplicably loses consciousness. No one can explain what caused the blackout or how to prevent it from happening again.

The play unfolds as a documentary-style investigation, blending interviews, flashbacks and witness testimonies as a group of survivors, reporters, and investigators work to unravel what happened. Through their accounts, strange and eerie details emerge, suggesting that something far more sinister than a natural phenomenon might be responsible. As they dig deeper, they encounter a force capable of manipulating minds and controlling actions, leading to shocking revelations about vulnerability, trust, and manipulation.

“This is a play that will keep audiences on edge with its non-linear storytelling and elements of psychological horror,” said Sadie Andros, Cape theatre director.  “The narrative structure breaks the fourth wall, making the audience a part of the mystery and questioning the nature of fear and control. We are looking forward to sharing in this unique experience with families, friends and community members.”

"Working on ‘Trap’ has been the most difficult and rewarding thing I have done in all of my years at Cape high,” said Reagan Hansen, a senior portraying the role of Detective Heche. “Heche is the most complicated role I have had the honor of playing and it has tested my skills as an actor. I have had to react in ways that I (myself) typically wouldn't. Because of these challenges, it has taught me to persevere and keep trying new things.”

Sophomore Ruby Manos said, "Playing Angela [Lure] has been an incredible learning experience, specifically in improving my realistic acting abilities. I have typically thrived with comedic roles, whereas Angela is a more intense character. To fully become Angela, I must be in the correct mindset to properly portray the trauma she is enduring.”

Manos also notes how one of her high school classes, the Actor’s Instrument, has helped her in her character development. “I tend to find myself hesitant to perform in plays due to the challenges in intense acting and lack of music (given that I love musicals). However, the spooky sound effects, unique set and intriguing script truly have me trapped in this production,” she said.

For more information and to purchase tickets, go to our.show/capetheatre/trap.