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Graceland
and
Asleep on the Wind

April 16-19, 2024

The Alabama Power  Recital Hall

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Written by By Ellen Byron
Presented by

Shelton State Community College

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Characters/Roles
Production Credits
FAQs
Auditions

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Set outside Elvis Presley’s iconic Graceland and in the Louisiana bayou, Ellen Byron’s "Graceland" and "Asleep on the Wind" are two deeply connected one-act plays performed as a single experience. In "Graceland," Rootie faces off with Bev, another Elvis fan, in a poignant and humorous rivalry to be the first to enter the King’s mansion. Earlier in "Asleep on the Wind," young Rootie shares a heartfelt moment with her brother Beau, whose wisdom and stories help shape her future. Together, these plays explore love, loss, and the surprising bonds that tie us together.  

Performance & Tickets

Performances & Tickets

​Tickets for this production go on sale on to the general public on Wed., Mar. 19. Star Level Donors ($100) and above to our Annual Giving Campaign may purchase starting Wed., Mar. 12.​​

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  • Wednesday, Apr. 16, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. - Opening Night

  • Thursday, Apr. 17, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.

  • Friday, Apr. 18, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.

  • Saturday, Apr.19, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.

  • Saturday, Apr.19, 2025- 7:30 p.m.

Characters/Roles Available

Auditions

TBA​

Production Credits

Production Credits

Director -Molly Page

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Stage Manager - TBA

 

Scenic & Lighting Design - TBA

 

Costume Design - Jeanette Waterman

 

Sound Design - TBA

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Characters/Roles Available

Characters/Roles

  • Graceland

  • Bev: A brash, competitive, and determined woman in her 30s or 40s. She's passionate about Elvis and intent on being first to enter Graceland.

  • Rootie: A quiet, sensitive, and earnest woman in her 20s or early 30s. She’s deeply connected to her memories and has her own reasons for wanting to be first at Graceland.

  • Asleep on the Wind

  • Rootie: A younger version of Rootie from Graceland, in her teens. She's curious, spirited, and deeply attached to her brother Beau.

  • Beau: Rootie’s older brother, a warm and wise man in his 20s or 30s. He has a poetic soul and a nurturing demeanor, sharing stories and life lessons with his sister.​

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the running time of the production?

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  • Will there be an intermission?

    • ​Yes, there will be one 15-minute intermission

  • Should I bring the kids?

    • This show is appropriate for ages 13 and up.

  • What themes are explored in the play? 

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  • Does the play’s text contain offensive language?

    • ​Yes.

  • Does the play contain violence?

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  • Does the play contain the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs?

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  • Does the play contain nudity or other adult situations?

    • ​No.

Performances
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