Seaford High School production of ‘Radium Girls’ now on

Community Events Seaford High School production of ‘Radium Girls’ now on … Comments Posted on November 12, 2026 Seaford High School’s Drama Club will have three performance of “Radium Girls” on Nov. 20 and 21. Seaford School District Seaford High School’s Drama Club will present “Radium Girls,” a play based on a true story about factory workers in the 1920s, with three performances Nov. 20 and 21. The production features a cast of 29 students. Written by D.W. Gregory, “Radium Girls” tells the story of young women who painted watch dials with glowing radium paint. After many workers became seriously ill from radiation poisoning, one employee, Grace Fryer, fought to hold the company accountable despite pressure and opposition. The play explores themes of justice, courage, workers’ rights and corporate negligence. Senior Olivia Ferrara plays Fryer, while junior Henry Brock portrays Arthur Roeder, the watch company’s owner. “It shines a light on this story and the people who lived through this experience,” Brock said. “It is an emotionally powerful show.” Ferrara said this is Seaford’s first serious drama production after the school presented comedies in recent years. “It gives diversity for the actors who get to portray different characters,” she said, “and for the audience as they get to see a different side of theater.” Director Elyse Cruz said that was why she chose “Radium Girls” as this year’s fall drama. She wanted to challenge the students’ abilities and give them an experience that required serious character development. She said lighting, staging and set design also help tell the story and create what she called an “aesthetically complete” show. The production team also includes producer Anthony Romeo, set designer Grant Weber, lighting crew adviser Kevin O’Reilly, sound crew adviser Dan Krueger and design consultant Chris Coniglio. Performances are scheduled for Friday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Tickets cost $12 for adults, $10 for students and $5 for faculty members, staff and children younger than 6. For more information, call (516) 592-4337. For more scene & seen event photos, click here. About the Author All comments are subject to our Community Guidelines . Schneps Media does not endorse the views shared by readers in our comment sections.