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.
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 135 minutes, including 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 , 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.
Pay-what-you-want
The Pay-What-You-Want performance for this show takes place on TBD. To select Pay-What-You-Want pricing, choose your seat for this performance and the Pay-What-You-Want option will be at the top. You may edit this price to be what you wish to pay for your ticket. A $3 facilities fee will be added to each Pay-What-You-Want ticket at check-out.
CAST AND ARTISTIC STAFF
artistic staff
Marci Lucht, Director
Quinn Forrest Masterson, Assistant Director
Janae Lorick, Stage Manager
AJ Jerome, Assistant Stage Manager
TBD, Lighting Designer
Justin Hooper, Scenic/Technical Director
Marcus Whitehouse, Sound Engineer
Marsh Kelly, Costume Designer
Brandt Roberts, Props Designer
CAST
TBA
Understudies
TBA
COME BACK is presented by special arrangement with the playwright.