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I am thrilled to introduce our inaugural season with The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe and our upcoming production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. I knew I wanted The Hive's first season to explore themes of coming of age and young adulthood. One is a drama set on the soccer field, the other a musical comedy in a school gym, yet both use competition as a vehicle to capture the reality of growing up and finding your community. Both unapologetically embrace the messiness of adolescence in their own way!

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I’m passionate about highlighting the wealth of talented early-career artists here in Boston. The Wolves and Spelling Bee give me the opportunity to feature so many young adult actors on stage. I also hope that showcasing young actors in relevant, coming-of-age stories will encourage more teens and young adults to experience live theater.

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I chose The Wolves for many reasons, but above all, I love how it authentically and unapologetically captures the realities of growing up as a modern young woman. The play explores the tension between being a part of a group and being an individual. Like wolves, these girls can be vicious and cruel to one another, but they are also a pack that must stick together to survive. Ultimately, they show us young women who know the rules of the game and how to win, both together and as unique selves.

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Spelling Bee is one of my favorite musicals. Beneath the clever comedy is a story about belonging, resilience, and the universal desire to be seen for who we truly are. I love the way the show invites the audience into the show through its interactive spelling rounds. I hope the audience participation breaks down the barrier between performers and the audience, making the experience especially engaging for young people who may be seeing live theater for the first time.

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