Last night the auditorium was flooded with 40 days and 40 nights of rain as the curtain rose on the Thespian Society production of Noah. The cast, consisting of members from all of the classes will also present the play tonight and tomorrow night at 8 p.m.

The author of the play, Andre Obery, portrays Noah as a 600‑year‑old man who is guided by God and safely navigates his passengers to the new world.

During this voyage his two sons, Japhet and Shem; three orphans, Stella, Ada, and Norma; his wife, Mama; and the animals represent those of the old world trying to fit into the new. Ham, Noah's third son, symbolizes the main character's struggle with satan.

At the conclusion of the three acts, Noah is deserted by everyone but God, and all are left to begin a new life in the new environment.

Paul Zeissler '69, who portrays Noah, feels that his "role is a real challenge." Many of the student players confirmed that this year's Thespian Society play is the most contemporary play ever presented at Maine West.

The scenery is uncomplicated. Platforms together with the sets differentiate the scenes. Students responsible for direction of the various areas of backstage work were Lynn Kwaterski, '71, props; Karen Gatsis '70, stage manager; and Mary Jo Gigante '70, publicity.