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July 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 2012
Written & Directed by : John Woodruff
Drama with Choral Music
10 males, 3 females, extras
An original script by John Woodruff that follows three sets of people through the Civil War. One is a runaway slave. The second story follows a Union Army officer, the last a con man getting rich from the spoils of war. All are accompanied by songs from the period, sung by two local traditional and gospel choruses.
WE NEED AFRICAN AMERICAN ACTORS, PLEASE CONTACT TIP AT 241-3241.
about the directorJOHN WOODRUFF (Director) John lives in Pleasant Plains and has played in over a dozen productions at Muni, several at STC, and a dozen or more at TIP. His most recent was the Ghost of Jacob Marley in LLCC’s Christmas Carol. His favorite role is Amos in Chicago. Recently, John has directed John Brown’s Body, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, and Carousel at TIP, and White Christmas in Jacksonville. He can be seen in Legally Blonde II and in the movie at the Lincoln Home. John is currently working on a project for next year. He loves hunting, fishing, and taking care of the mini-farm that he shares with his wife Judy, the president of his fan club. Other members of the club include their children and grandchildren.
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Ron Kick
Sarah Kline
Deanna Langheim
Ted Mahler
Kasey Norman
Katie Steinhour
Sarah Steinhour
Bob TeRonde
Joyce TeRonde