Blithe Spirit | A Closer Look at the Cast!

October 31, 2025 BY: Haley Codling

Runs: November 6-8th, 14-15th, 2025 | Williams Recital Hall

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A high-spirited comedy! It’s summertime in Kent and Charles Condomine is working on his latest novel, The Unseen. As part of his research he and his wife Ruth host a séance with an eccentric medium known as Madame Arcati and invite their friends to play along. But the evening takes a supernatural turn when Arcati conjures Charles’ deceased first wife, who doesn’t have plans to leave. Lighthearted and endearing, this otherworldly classic is sure to tickle your goosebumps!

 

 

A closer look at some of the cast members of Blithe Spirit!

 

Eva Mullens – “Ruth”

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Eva Mullens is a sophomore at the Mount, and is double majoring in Biology & Fine Arts, with a minor in Graphic Design. She is very excited for her third production with Mount St. Joseph University’s Theatre Arts. Her past productions include Grease, Mamma Mia, Bright Star, The Oregon Trail, and Puffs. Her favorite role has thus far has been Hannah/Others in Puffs.

 

Sarah L. Barton – ”Elvira”
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Sarah L. Barton graduated from Covington Latin School in 2022 and is currently in her Senior year at Mount Saint Joseph University. She is double majoring in biomedical sciences and computer science with a focus in social computing. She has been in many college productions such as Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley(2022), A Piece of my Heart(2023), and The Oregon Trail(2024). She enjoys singing in her free time and participates in choir. 

 

Zachary Young - "Dr. Bradman"
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Zachary Young is an accounting & computer science double major. This is Zachary's fourth production at MSJ. He was the Assistant Stage Manager for Marian, or The True Tale of Robin Hood, and most recently played J. Finch in Puffs. Zach plays guitar and enjoys traveling to various theme parks. He would like to thank those who have supported him throughout his journey, including his parents, Eric & Jill, and his girlfriend, Rae.

 

Anna Ehrnschwender – “Ruth” understudy

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Anna Ehrnschwender is a freshman at Mount St. Joseph. She is a Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences major. This is her first show with the MSJ Theatre Program, and she is very excited to be a part of this amazing cast.

CATEGORIES: School of Arts & Sciences, Liberal Arts