Flathead High presents ‘Harriet the Spy’

Flathead High School Theatre brings the children’s classic, “Harriet the Spy,” to the stage Nov. 20 and 21.  

Combining humor with meaningful lessons, “Harriet the Spy” is a family-friendly show for all ages. The story centers on 11-year-old Harriet M. Welsch, an aspiring writer who uses her notebook to record everything she observes about the people around her — friends, classmates and even strangers. When Harriet’s private thoughts are accidentally revealed to her classmates, havoc ensues as they read the brutally honest, and sometimes hurtful, things she has written about them. The play explores whether Harriet can repair the damage done to her friendships and find a way to make things right before it's too late.  

Written by Louise Fitzhugh in 1964, and adapted for the stage by Leslie Brody, “Harriet the Spy” has been a staple in children’s literature for its honest portrayal of friendship and the complexity of growing up.