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Join us for Digging Up Dessa by Laura Schellhardt, a poignant and imaginative coming-of-age story about grief, memory, and the enduring connections that shape who we are.
When teenage Dessa begins uncovering truths about her late mother, she embarks on a journey that is both deeply personal and unexpectedly transformative. Blending humor with emotional depth, the play explores themes of identity, healing, resilience, and the complicated bonds of family.
As Dessa quite literally digs into the past, the story invites audiences to consider whose stories are remembered, whose are overlooked, and how we can reclaim truths that have been lost over time. Thought-provoking, heartfelt, and ultimately hopeful, Digging Up Dessa offers a moving theatrical experience for audiences of all ages.
Public Performances
Friday, February 19, 2027 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 20, 2027 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 21, 2027 at 2:00 PM
Recommended for Grades 7–12
Contains mature themes of grief and loss.
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