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Summer's Soldier

August 11–August 14, Main Stage

By Boo Killebrew Music by Heather Christian Lyrics by Lucy Thurber Additional Music and Lyrics by Christine Bile Directed by Jenna Worsham

Free and Family-Friendly!

Seventh grader Sam has kept to herself since her dad died while serving in the military. Her mother and her aunt have tried everything to get her to open up, but she only truly comes out of her shell around a fire, telling ghost stories, in the woods with her friends.  When Sam's favorite story suddenly materializes before her eyes, she sets out on an adventure and, ultimately, on a journey of self-discovery. This free and family-friendly world premiere by Boo Killebrew, with music by Heather Christian, lyrics by Lucy Thurber, additional music and lyrics by Christine Bile, and directed by Jenna Worsham, tells the story of one unforgettable summer in the Berkshires.

COMMUNITY WORKS is a year-round community-engaged theatre program that brings together local residents and professional theatre artists to make plays for and about the Berkshires.  In the fall, winter, and spring, WTF conducts free acting and playwriting workshops throughout Western Massachusetts.  In the summer, more than 60 Berkshire area residents are featured onstage alongside professional actors in a free, family-friendly world premiere play.  To get involved, click here or email community@wtfestival.org.

FREE; RESERVATIONS REQUIRED; GENERAL ADMISSION