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Martha’s Vineyard

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Casting update

Casting update

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe Play

We are thrilled to bring C.S. Lewis’s beloved classic to life this November at the Katharine Cornell Theater, right here for our island community!

We are especially excited to have Robyn Athearn, an exceptionally talented puppeteer, whose artistry, combined with director Heather Capece’s vision, will bring this magical story to life. Supporting them is an amazing team of dedicated teen crew, whose hard work and enthusiasm make the magic possible.

This production features a cast of all ages, coming together to create an unforgettable experience for audiences young and old.

Production Team & Crew Highlights:

  • Director: Heather Capece

  • Booth Manager: Augie Warner

  • Booth Team: Koko Capece & Beau Ahearn

  • Puppets: Robyn Athearn & crew

    Featured Cast Highlights:

  • Haley Hewson as Aslan

  • Norah Van Riper as the White Witch

  • Sofia Wiley in our ensemble cast

  • Emery Fullin as Lucy

  • Kali Spain as Mr. Tumnus

  • Liv Fitzgerald as Mrs. Beaver

  • And new to acting Dill Kleeman as Mr Beaver

  • And introducing Derek Hathaway as Dwarf

  • Special Appearance of Laury Binney as Father Christmas

…and many more gifted performers of all ages!

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Step Through the Wardrobe and Into Narnia!

Enter a world where winter never ends and magic is real. In The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, four siblings stumble through an enchanted wardrobe and discover Narnia — a land of talking animals, epic battles, and an evil White Witch who has cast the kingdom into a frozen spell. Guided by the noble lion Aslan, they embark on a breathtaking adventure filled with courage, betrayal, and the triumph of hope over darkness.

This beloved story springs to life on stage with sweeping visuals, rich characters, and a timeless message of bravery, friendship, and redemption. Perfect for families and fans of fantasy alike, our production invites audiences of all ages to experience the wonder of C.S. Lewis’s classic in a fresh and unforgettable way.

Little Women Show at the Katharine Cornell Theater

mv times article

Little Women Play - newly written by Nicola Capece

Teen show was a huge hit this past June 26, 27, 28, 2025

Learn more in the Gazette

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SERVICES

  • Heather’s journey as an actor has always been rooted in the magic of live performance. From intimate productions to grand stages, Heather has embraced the challenge of bringing characters to life in front of an audience. Heather’s stage credits reflect her’s passion for the art of theater.

  • Heather Capece has been directing plays on Martha’s Vineyard since 2000. She enjoys incorporating visuals through shadow puppetry and puppeteering. With a focus on sustainability, she sews costumes by sourcing items from the Dumptic, thrift stores, and upcycling, and hand sewing with added hand stitching. In the shows, she loves to integrate dance and music to bring the show and characters to life. Heather actively involves her students in the creative process, teaching them about all aspects of producing a performance for an audience.

  • Heather has designed the costumes for her plays with a creative outlook. Heather prioritize character development and storytelling with the look of the costumes. Heather looks for sustainability in her designs and create costumes with her personal touch by adding embroidery and details that enhance the story.

  • From captivating roles to unforgettable supporting performances, Heather has had the privilege of working on diverse film projects in both LA and Martha’s Vineyard. Heather’s film credits showcase her growth as actor and her education in stage and teaching. From LA working on Nash Bridges, to Mow Crew an Indi film on island, to Netflix extra last spring in West Tisbury.