PACE — Pace High School drama director Valerie Wright and her cast of 19 will present “Almost, Maine,” by John Cariani, starting this weekend.
The play, written in 2007, presents intermingling stories of love from the excitement of a new couple, through the struggles of those long married, to those who have lost love.
"The beauty of the show is it's so realistic," Wright said while noting "some magical elements, and symbolism."
For example, Gayle, played by senior Shelby Lednicky, wants to leave her boyfriend, Lendall. She shows up at his apartment late at night carrying sacks inside saying they contain all the love he gave her and she wants all the love she gave him in return.
Wright said the set for the play encompasses the theater. Audience members will look from left to center to right to watch the whole show.
"The audience will feel they've become part of the town," Wright said.
The 7 p.m. shows are Dec. 1, 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10. The 2 p.m. shows are Dec. 4 and 11. The play is at Pace High School, located at 4065 Norris Road. Tickets cost $5. For details, call 995-3600, ext. 1159.
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