Above: Aulora Rusk as Molly and Chris Smith as Tom Jones in the JD Players production of Tom Jones.

Join Us for the JD Players Spring Production

The Jefferson Davis Players will present the comedy “Tom Jones” in the Fine Arts Auditorium at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jefferson Davis Campus April 9-12. Curtain will be at 8 p.m. April 9-11 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 12.

About “Tom Jones”

Abandoned as a child to the care of Squire Allworthy, Tom Jones is now all grown up and launched into the bewildering romantic world. He falls madly in love with the virtuous Sophia Western, but Sophia’s father is determined to keep the two apart. In his pursuit of true love, the well-intentioned Tom finds himself the object of female attention and romantic complication. But will these misadventures permanently jeopardize his chances with Sophia?

Adapted from the classic novel by Henry Fielding, “Tom Jones” is “a bawdy and rollicking comedy, adapted for the stage by Jon Jory.  It promises to leave the audience in stitches,” said director Ryan Pierini, fine arts chair at the Jefferson Davis Campus.

JD Players Cast and Crew

The cast comprises nine actors –four female and five male– playing multiple characters.  They are Aulora Rusk, Natosha Humphrey, Hadley Hill, Nicholette Salinas, Joshua Boney, Chris Smith, Jonathan Pittman, Kendrell McGravey and Daniel Ridge.  The technical staff includes Ryan Pierini, director; Justin Sexton, stage manager; Robert Cornelson, assistant stage manager; Danielle Williams, light board operator; and Tristen Thornton, soundboard operator.

Purchase Tickets

Ticket prices are $5 general admission and $3 for students. Reservations are recommended. For tickets or more information, contact jd.boxoffice@mgccc.edu or (228) 897-3931. This play may not be suitable for younger audiences due to adult content.

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