From left are State Sen. Bruce Tarr, Gillian Hurst as the train conductor, Briana Traynor as an auction helper, Devin Davis as train security, and Max Syron, an auctioneer's assistant. Sitting down is the character of an older woman played by student Ian Sonia. In the background is Brian Audano. These students staged a mystery drama at the recent PTO auction, which was based on the Orient Express. Gail McCarthy / Staff photo