Two Renton-area high school graduates will be featured in Central Washington University’s Central Theatre Ensemble production of “The Tempest” beginning Thursday.

Kylie Ishimitsu, a 2011 graduate of Liberty High School, is the sound designer for the play.

Nicholas Hyett-Schnell, a 2011 graduate of Lindbergh High School, will be a bandmember. Hyett-Schnell is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts-Musical Theatre degree at CWU. He previously played John Brooks in CTE’s production of “Little Women.” His parents are Amanda Briggs and Paul Schnell of Renton.

“The Tempest” will be performed Nov. 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, and 17. Tickets can be purchased online at www.cwu.edu/theatre/tickets.