By: Erin Moore

The final Highland Theatre production of the 2023-24 school year opens Friday, May 10, at 7PM. The spring play is called ‘Love/Sick’ and is written by John Cariani, the author of last year’s spring play, ‘Almost, Maine.’

Dramatists Play Service says the following about the show: “A darker cousin to ‘Almost, Maine,’ John Cariani’s ‘Love/Sick’ is a collection of ten slightly twisted and completely hilarious short plays. Set on a Friday night in an alternate suburban reality, this ninety-minute romp explores the pain and the joy that comes with being in love. Full of imperfect lovers and dreamers, ‘Love/Sick’ is an unromantic comedy for the romantic in everyone.”

Rehearsals for ‘Love/Sick’ began Wednesday, April 24th. This means that this show has been put together in the span of two and a half weeks. Everyone involved: sound, lights, running crew, stage managers, the staff, set crew, and actors have worked tirelessly to turn this into a show that’s ready for an audience.

‘Love/Sick’ performances are in the auditorium at 7PM May 10th and 2PM and 7PM May 11th. Tickets can be purchased at the door in cash, card, or check. The prices are $5 for students and seniors, $10 for adults.

This is the final performance for the senior members of the cast and crew. That is why it’s extremely important to attend the show if you are able and support the theatre and these soon-to-be graduates, Lashia Lee, Aaron Armstrong, Sophia Paske, Samantha Tweh, Elodie Cummins, Alex Roepke, Isabel Stockwell, Dmitriy Mangal, August Kruszka, Evadne Pond, Claudia Hanson, Sally Norby, and Brooke Sinykin.

As this is the final production of the year, your next opportunity to get involved, aside from attending the show, isn’t until September. In the meantime, feel free to ask those already involved if you have any questions and check out the @hptheatrearts Instagram page.