By Alyssa Book and Lauren Holstner

Sarcasm and cynicism come to the FC stage next weekend in the form of the play “Ashes.”

The play, which will feature a variety of FC thespians, will be performed Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. and Jan. 28 and 29 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

The play has eight different scenes, which all center around a common theme: cremation.

“It’s got funny things, serious moments and it’s unusual. It’s a variety of things,” said directer Chris Bundy.

Junior Laura Duncan said, “It’s set up like each scene has a different plot. The scenes are all connected through the theme of cremation.”

The theater students are excited to perform the play because it is based off of things that have happened to Bundy.

“Well, since I wrote it, it’s fun to see the things you wrote come to life and some of the things happened to me. So it’s fun to watch students act it out,” said Bundy

The play is described by Duncan as being sarcastic and putting humor to situations that are not normally humorous.

Senior Erica Mohler, who plays Elizabeth in the “Ashes,” said the show has a great concept and although preparing for the play in only two weeks was stressful, it was a learning experience and helped her with time management.

Duncan and Mohler both commented on how the show is a great opportunity for the underclassmen performers.

Mohler said, “Bundy added scenes to the play to give underclassmen more opportunities. It is a great way for them to gain experience and grow in acting.”

“Ashes” will be performed on Jan. 27-29 and begins the last semester of plays directed by Bundy, who will retire at the end of the school year. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens, and $6 for students.