come back || SEPT 12 - 27, 2026
BY NEIL HAVEN
In this quirky, heartfelt comedy, Sky sets off on a road trip to honor a dear friend’s final wish. Along the way, unexpected detours, unlikely companions, and tender moments of grief & joy create a witty, touching journey about love, loss, and finding your way forward.
Come Back will be performed in the Royal Credit Union Foundation Black Box Theatre at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center. All seating is general admission.
PERFORMANCE DATES AND TIMES
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Location
All performances are held at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center: 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Free parking is available in the lot surrounding the theatre. Come Back will be presented in The Royal Credit Union Foundation Black Box Theatre, and the seating is general admission.
approximate RUN TIME
Act I ~ 70 minutes
15-minute Intermission
Act II ~ 30 minutes
CONTENT advisory & AGE RECOMMENDATION
Come Back is a poignant comedy-drama that explores themes of mortality and profound loss. This production contains mature themes, including frank discussions and depictions of grief & disability, terminal illness (cancer), and medical aid in dying/assisted suicide. It also includes strong language (including the “f-word”), drinking, and references to drug use. The play is presented “in the round,” meaning audience seating surrounds the stage. At this time, the production is recommended for ages 14+. Lakeshore does not “rate” productions, as sensitivities vary from person to person.
CAST AND ARTISTIC STAFF
artistic staff
Marci Lucht, Director
Quinn Forrest Masterson, Associate Director
Janae Lorick, Stage Manager
AJ Jerome, Assistant Stage Manager
Lindsay Fulton, Lighting Designer
Justin Hooper, Scenic/Technical Director
Marcus Whitehouse, Sound Engineer
Marsh Kelly, Costume Designer
Brandt Roberts, Props Designer
CAST
Emily Dooley, Val
Elizabeth Dunn, Sky
Lyreisha Ghostlon-Green, Ensemble
Stephanie Kahle, Ensemble
Clara Marsh, Ensemble
Marisa Schwab, Erin
Lewis Youngren, Mel/Ensemble
Understudies
Lyreisha Ghostlon-Green (Erin), Stephanie Kahle (Ensemble Swing/Val),
Clara Marsh (Mel), Lewis Youngren (Sky)
COME BACK is presented by special arrangement with the playwright.