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APPLAUSE SERIES SCHOOL PERFORMANCE
LETTERS HOME
GRIFFIN THEATRE
GRADES 7-12 • CAPACITY 2,000
CIVIC CENTER MAIN HALL
Authentic letters written by and to U.S. soldiers serving in the Middle East provide a powerful portrait of the soldier experience in Iraq and Afghanistan. Without politicizing, the letters, which are presented in the form of dramatic monologues, relay the difficulties of training, deployment, combat, occupation duties, and being separated from loved ones. Although the voices are diverse, they are united by their patriotism and commitment to public service— whether through acts of bravery, compassion, or social responsibility. Set against a backdrop of projected images and footage taken by real soldiers, the performance’s authenticity lays bare the humanity within war as seen through the eyes of our brave service men and women.
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS
Literacy
Social Studies
21st Century Skills
CHARACTER COUNTS
Trustworthiness
Respect
Responsibility
Fairness
Caring
Citizenship
BEYOND THE PERFORMANCE
POST SHOW Q & A with Bill Massolia, Griffin Theatre Company’s artistic director and writer of the stage adaptation of Letters Home.
THEATER TOUR following the performance. Free. Registration required.
IOWA CONNECTION: Iowa National Guard
The Civic Center is partnering with the Iowa National Guard to offer enrichment experiences connected to Iowa veterans of the most recent conflicts. More details to be announced. Check back soon or call 515-246-2355 for additional information.
Please note: all guests, regardless of age, must purchase a ticket to be permitted into the theater for this production. To ensure the best possible experience for all audience members, children under the age of three will not be permitted in the theater
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