A Gift to Remember

Adapted By Joseph Robinette
Based on the book Can This Be Christmas? by Debbie Macomber

Directed by Linda Dougan


~~ Performances ~~
DATE
DOORS OPEN
SHOWTIME
Dec 11
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Dec 12
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Dec 13
1:30 PM
2:00 PM (Matinee)
Dec 17
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Dec 18
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Dec 19
7:00 PM
7:30 PM

Tickets will go on sale November 30, and are $12.00 for adults and $10.00 for youth. For reservations, call our Box Office at 641-792-1230. The box office is staffed weekdays, starting November 30, from 12:00 am - 1:00 pm and 6:30-7:30 pm, and one hour before each performance.


AUDITION DETAILS
September 8 & 9 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Parts Available:  6 men, 8-11 women

On Christmas Eve, during a snowstorm, a group of strangers are on a train to Boston from Bangor, Maine, where the airport had been shut down due to the weather. Once they reach Boston, many of the passengers hope to make connections to various destinations across the United States. A sailor is trying to get to Texas to place an engagement ring on his girlfriend's finger. A software salesman, returning from a business trip, wants to return to Los Angeles and patch things up with his wife. A recently widowed woman wishes to spend the holidays with her daughter's family in Boston. A man and his wife are attempting to reach Maryland in time for the birth of their first grandchild. And other travelers have similar desires to reach their destinations in time for Christmas. However, the train develops engine trouble, and there are track problems ahead. The passengers are suddenly forced to disembark and take shelter in a small depot in New Hampshire. Understandably disappointed and dispirited, they try to make the best of things with little success at first. Eventually, however, they begin to bond, despite their circumstances. They even find themselves beginning to accept their fate by finding ways to celebrate the true spirit of Christmas. As the former strangers become collective friends, through patience, understanding and humor, they realize the memory of this night will be a gift to remember.

 
Role Description
Cathy Norris Early 50s, mom of Madeline
Matthew (Matt) McHugh Late 30s
Elise Jones Mid to late 20s, mom of Kate
Kate Jones 5-8 yrs old, daughter of Elise
Len Dawber Mid 20s, dating Amy
Nick Berry Late 20s, married to Kelly
Kelly Berry Late 20s, married to Nick
Sam Larsen Early 50s, married to Louise
Louise Larsen Early 50s, married to Sam
Amy Mid 20s, dating Len
Madeline Early 30s, daughter of Cathy
Pam Late 30s, married to Matt
Clayton Kemper Mid 50s, station master
Dean Owen Choir director
3 assorted women Probably Amy, Madeline, & Pam



Who's Who in the Cast and Crew

 
Cast
Role Actor
Cathy Norris TBD
Matthew (Matt) McHugh TBD
Elise Jones TBD
Kate Jones TBD
Len Dawber TBD
Nick Berry TBD
Kelly Berry TBD
Sam Larsen TBD
Louise Larsen TBD
Amy TBD
Madeline TBD
Pam TBD
Clayton Kemper TBD
Dean Owen TBD
3 assorted women TBD
Production Staff
Stage Manager TBD
Stage Crew TBD
Lights TBD
Sound Scott Schaeffer
Set Design /
Construction
TBD
Props TBD
Costumes TBD
Makeup TBD
Hair TBD

Approach

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