- Sherrard High School
- Drama
- Winter Play
Winter Play
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Leaving Iowa, by Tim Clue and Spike Manton - December 15 & 16, 7:00 pm
The critically-acclaimed play, “Leaving Iowa,” by Tim Clue and Spike Manton is a hilarious, family-friendly comedy that is a toast to the idealism and character of parents from the “greatest generation,” and a little roast of their dedication to the family road trip. The story centers on Don Browning, a middle-aged writer who returns home and decides to finally take his father’s ashes to his childhood home, as requested. As he drives those familiar roads, the story shifts back and forth from the present to memories of the annual, torturous vacations of Don’s youth. Ultimately, Don’s existential journey leads him to reconcile his past and present at an unpredictable and perfect final destination It’s guaranteed to have you laughing and remembering the childhood vacations you tried to forget.Admission: $7 Adults, $5 Students & Seniors
Cast:
Older Don - Max Serre
Young Don - Kevin Brimeyer
Dad - James Campbell
Mom - Izzie Estes
Young Sis - Lillie Estes
Older Sis - Grace Tucker
Uncle Phil - Josh Orlowski
Aunt Phylis - Vivian Shivers
Bob - Josie Bruning
Judy - Adalynn Thomas
Jessie/Grandma - Mackenzie Volkert
Shopping Lady/Drunk Lady - Maya Haynes
Museum Assistant/Hotel Clerk - Kayla Ann Cresap
Grandpa/Cart Chaser/Civil War Guy - Kit Bruning
Amish Gal/Fruit Cart Guy - Jorja Dirksen
Fred/Amish Guy - Lou Rosales
Jack/Jamie - Muireann Zippe