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Shelton State Fine Arts

presents

Graceland
and
Asleep on the Wind

by Ellen Byron

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April 16-19, 2025

The Alabama Power Recital Hall​

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Characters/Roles
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In Graceland, Rootie faces off with Bev, a fellow Elvis fan, in a poignant and humorous competition to be the first to tour the King's mansion. Audiences are then transported back in time for Asleep on the Wind, in which a young Rootie shares a heartfelt moment with her brother, Beau. His wisdom and stories help shape her future. Together, these complementary, one-act 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. (Understudy Performance)

  • Saturday, Apr.19, 2025- 7:30 p.m.

Characters/Roles Available

Cast

Production Credits

Production Credits

Bev  - Averie Bonneville

Rootie  - Ella Perkins

Beau - Lavorius McCruter

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UNDERSTUDIES (planned performance on 4/19 @ 2pm)

Bev - Shenika Williams

Beau - Joseph Hardin

Rootie - Averie Bonneville  (Asleep on the Wind)​

Director - Molly Page

​​Stage Manager - Ashlyn Lambert

Scenic Design - Molly Page

Lighting Design - David Jones

Costume Design - Jeanette Waterman

Sound Design - Charles Prosser​​

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the running time of the production?

    • ​Approximately 1.5 hours​

  • Will there be an intermission?

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

  • Should I bring the kids?

    • “Graceland and Asleep on the Wind discuss a number of challenging topics including war, adult relationships, and marriage. There are times when the characters may use strong language to express themselves. I encourage parents to make informed decisions about what they think their child is ready to experience in the theatre. I would compare what you will see onstage with the average network TV show or PG-13 film.” -Molly Page, director

  • What themes are explored in the play? 

    • ​Family dynamics, Elvis Presley, the Vietnam War

  • Does the play’s text contain offensive language?

    • ​Yes.

  • Does the play contain violence?

    • A small physical altercation between the women in Graceland that is mostly played for laughs.​

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

    • ​No.

  • Does the play contain nudity or other adult situations?

    • ​No.

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