On May 10th at 8 pm, The Blue Slipper Theatre will present their spring production of “I and You,” a play written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Sarah Sherman. A sharp and funny drama about youth, hope and the connections between us, the play tells the story of two teenagers forced together under strange circumstances.
One afternoon, Anthony arrives unexpectedly at classmate Caroline’s door bearing a beat-up copy of Walt Whitman’s Leaves of Grass, an urgent assignment from their English teacher.
Homebound due to chronic illness, Caroline hasn’t been to school in months, but she is as quick and sardonic as Anthony is athletic, sensitive, and popular. As these two let down their guards and share their secrets, this seemingly mundane poetry project unlocks a much deeper mystery that has brought them together.
“Big-hearted and simple, I and You is one of the most life-affirming plays you’ll see onstage.” —Theatre Mania
I and You runs May 10th-12th and 17-19th. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 3 pm. Reserve tickets at www.blueslipper.org or call the box office at 406-222-7720.