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Good People at SCT Features MSU

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Good People at Springfield Contemporary Theatre will feature many MSU students, faculty, and alumni in the cast, crew, and creative team.  The show is set to open on Friday, September 8 and will run for three weekends.

Those involved in the show, who come from Missouri State are:
Melanie Dreyer-Lude (faculty): Director
Molly Grotha (student): Assistant Director
Kelsey Hammontree (student): Stage Manager
Abbie Jones (student): Assistant Stage Manager
Samantha Morrow (faculty): Costume Designer
Seth Brown (student): Lighting Designer
Michael Watterson (student): Cast (Stevie)
Julie Bloodworth (alumna, former MOFAA Director and per-course faculty): Cast (Dottie)
David Schmittou (alumnus): Cast (Mike)
Christina Gardner (alumnus): Cast (Kate)
Sarah Wiggin (faculty): Producing Artist Director of Resident Artist Ensemble, Cast (Margie)

From Springfield Contemporary Theatre about Good People:
“Welcome to Southie, a Boston neighborhood where a night on the town means a few rounds of bingo, where this month’s paycheck covers last month’s bills, and where Margie Walsh has just been let go from yet another job. Facing eviction and scrambling to catch a break, Margie thinks an old fling who’s made it out of Southie might be her ticket to a fresh new start. But is this apparently self-made man secure enough to face his humble beginnings? Margie is about to risk what little she has left to find out. With his signature humorous glow, Lindsay-Abaire explores the struggles, shifting loyalties and unshakeable hopes that come with having next to nothing in America. Springfield area premiere. This production contains mature language.”
If any students would like to see Good People student rush ticket prices are available 30 minutes prior to curtain for each show.  For information about performance dates and to purchase tickets, visit Springfield Contemporary Theatre’s website here.