Theater: The Children’s Hour

How much damage can one lie cause? Stopping at nothing to get even, a deceitful 1930s boarding school student starts a rumor that the headmistresses, Karen and Martha, are having an affair. The ensuing scandal throws the women’s careers into chaos and pushes relationships to the brink, with devastating consequences for all. The culture of fear and the power of public shaming make this piece startlingly relevant today. Tickets: $20 adults, $16 students/seniors, available at the Guild shop, www.northfieldartsguild.org or by calling 507-645-8877.