Each year, “The Christmas Tree Farm” is where people gather, not only to find the perfect tree, but also to find much more. These are a few of those stories.
~Review and Photos by Dana Nöllsch~
The Story of “The Christmas Tree Farm”
Bri owns and operates The Christmas Tree Farm. Each year, he opens the farm for sleigh rides, hot cocoa, caroling, and, of course, the place to find your perfect Christmas tree. As people gather, from families and couples to singles and the odd cadre of Santas, we see the individual stories unfold.
Bri takes us on a joyous journey of observation, where people not only find their Christmas trees, but also perhaps each other. There are many stories, some of which involve new relationships, some rekindled relationships, and some ending relationships.
Each of these vignettes is deep and uplifting; even the stories that have a bit of sadness bring a sharp texture to the play.
Sharply written, The Christmas Tree Farm is a holiday treat.
The Performances
The actors are from the Truckee Meadows Community College theater program and are extremely fun to watch perform. It is truly a joy to see these energetic people learning and growing, and giving their all to entertain the audience.
I am very impressed with the TMCC Theatre program and the quality of performers it cultivates.
The Bottom Line
If you’re looking for some holiday cheer, some uplifting romantic stories to bring a smile to your face, then The Christmas Tree Farm is just what you are looking for. I might even suggest it is just right for date night.
The Christmas Tree Farm
By Adam Szymkowicz
Directed by: Shea King
Cast
Actor 1 (Bri) Thomas Cruz
Actor 2 {Frito, A. E, Quinn) Ace Dessert
Actor 3 {Santa 1, Terry, Angel) Cooper Skreczko
Actor 4 {Rutabaga, Santa 3, River) Parker Tobin
Actor 5 {Santa 2, Taylor, Palmer) Denisse Tellez
Actor 6 {Elf, E.A., Career Woman) Jay Coulson
Actor 6 Understudy Verity Hansen
Actor 7 {Santa 4, Director, Dana) Kaitlyn Lee-Hawkins
Actor 7 Understudy Cristal Maya
Actor 8 {Dashing Handsome Man, Drew) Kyle Birmingham
Crew
Asst. Director: Sophie Mcquattie
Stage Manager: Jillian Park
Asst. Stage Manager: Alice D’Amoureux
Asst. Stage Manager: Joshua Troyer
Scenic Designer: Jared Sorenson
Associate Scenic Designer: Jillian Park
Lighting Designer: Jillian Park
Sound Designer: Jared Sorenson
Costume Designer: McCarren Caputa
Technical Director: Jared Sorenson
Intimacy Coordinator: Morgan Nott
Run Crew: Kaelyn Clary, Tianna White
Set Construction and Painting: Liliana Sosa, Kaelyn Clary,
Tianna White, McCarren Caputa, O’Quinn Caputa
Box Office: Reno Little Theatre
Concessions and Beverages: Too Soul Tea Company
Performance Dates
Performances will take place on November 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. and on November 15 and 22 at 2 p.m. in the Red Mountain Building, Room 240, on the TMCC Dandini Campus.
Tickets: General Admission: $18; Senior and Veteran: $15; TMCC Faculty and Staff: $12; TMCC Students (with valid ID): $5
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