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

Running times are currently being finalized in rehearsals. We anticipate a total running time of approximately 2 hours plus a 15-minute intermission. Check back here or look for our pre-show email for updates!

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 and references to drug use. Production-specific elements, such as unique staging, lighting, or sound effects will be finalized during rehearsals. 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, Assistant 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.