Hello hello! My name is Sofia Anton and I am a sophomore. Among the things I enjoy are walks in the woods, classic literature, fettuccine alfredo, SATB harmonies, writing short stories (or long ones), and going on silly quests with my friends.
I play the bumbling military man, Colonel Mustard. As the comedic relief, my main task is to make you laugh at unexpected moments, and I have had such a blast getting into this character. The Colonel is, put succinctly, not too bright, to the point where everyone around him is wondering, How did he get this far? His redeeming quality is his big heart, and he will absolutely stand up for what he believes in.
What brought you to join the cast, crew for Clue?
Sometime in early elementary school, someone in my family dug up an old Clue board game from my basement. I instantly became obsessed, playing it every day for a spell, before or after school. (My go-to character, actually, was Mrs. White. 🙂 When I heard the fall show would be Clue, I immediately thought, Yes! Acting in a murder mystery has been on my bucket list for a long time, and it has been quite an exciting experience.
Do you have any stories from rehearsals, practices or crew sessions?
In one scene, I am supposed to have the wrench in my pocket. This one day I was not wearing pockets, and instead placed the wrench on the ground, inadvertently right out in the middle of the stage. When Nadia, who plays Wadsworth said, “The wrench is missing,” everyone stared right at the wrench, which was clearly not missing. It defeated the mystery aspect, but in the moment it was hilarious.
There are lots of funny moments in Clue. Without spoiling anything, what is your favorite moment, joke, or scene in the show? Why?
Trust me. It’s better to hear it without the context first.
“Look, I want a straight answer.”
“Don’t look at me.”
I love this bit so much because it’s usually me making the facepalm-worthy moments, and hearing someone else make one-and a witty one at that-is just pure entertainment.
What do you hope the audience will be thinking about in the car as they drive home after this show?
I hope that once they get home, they get the sudden urge to sit by the fire, drink some hot cocoa, and play the board game Clue while watching the 1985 movie Clue.
What’s one thing that is different in this play or rehearsal process than anything else we’ve done in the Homestead Theatre Department?
We dove deeper into character development during rehearsals, which I found fascinating. Considering many characters, specifically the six suspects, have a classic archetype, it was helpful to develop different sides to our characters that stretch beyond those archetypes.
Anything else you want to talk about?
Cast, you’re all amazingly funny and talented. I always love joking and creating with you. Crew, I’m truly sorry about all the doors. You’re the real heroes. Costumes, finding a yellow suit that fit me was quite a feat. I am impressed but in no way surprised, you’re the best. ADs, quick! Time check!! Gates, thanks for putting up with our antics (and occasionally laughing at them).
Hey, what’s this link doing here? On a completely different note, come see this wildly hysterical, farcical show!
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