Almost, Maine
John Cariani
Opening Date:
February 13, 2009
Closing Date:
March 7, 2009
On one winter evening in the tiny, almost-a-town of Almost, Maine, love turns ordinary lives upside down. Through nine whimsical stories, broken hearts become tangible, people literally fall in love, and unexpected connections change everything. Brett Young directed John Cariani’s romantic comedy about the beauty and uncertainty of human relationships.
Cast & Crew
Ginette / Waitress — Dana Hanley
Pete / Lendall / Phil / Man — Jonathan Siler
East / Jimmy / Chad / Dave — Addison Miller
Glory / Gail / Hope — Kris Schinske
Sandrine / Marvalyn / Marci / Rhonda — Rebecca Damron
Steve / Randy — Alan Tran
CREW
Director and Set Design — Brett Young
Costume Design — Robert Pittenridge
Lighting Design — Steven Gillmore
Sound Design — Rodney Brazil
Stage Manager — Scotty Taylor
Lightboard Operator — Shane Green
Sound Technician — Wes Green
Set Construction — Steven Gillmore
Scenic Artist — Nick Backes
Additional Scenic Painting — Rhonda Clark; Steven Gillmore
Properties — Rhonda Clark
Crew and Dressers — Jessica Carabajal; Vivian Le
Poster and Advertising Design — Jonathan Siler
Website Photography — Rhonda Clark
Production Notes
Production History
The fifth production of CST’s Season 25, featuring six actors portraying nineteen character designations across nine romantic vignettes.
About the Play
Set around 9 p.m. on a Friday winter evening in an unincorporated territory in northern Maine, the play blends magical realism with literal expressions of love and heartbreak. Its stories include pieces of a broken heart, falling in love, and an ironing-board accident. Playwright John Cariani drew inspiration from growing up in Presque Isle, Maine.
CST Connections
Brett Young directed and designed the set, following his direction of Expecting Isabel in Season 24. Jonathan Siler performed four roles and designed the poster and advertising. Kris Schinske also appeared in A Nice Family Gathering during Season 25. Rebecca Damron moved from backstage work on Expecting Isabel to performing, while Scotty Taylor served as stage manager after acting in Season 24.
Press Coverage
The Norman Transcript highlighted participating University of Central Oklahoma performers. The Oklahoman published a profile of Brett Young during the run.
Cast Sponsors
Larry and Leah Westmoreland.
Opening-night Party Sponsors
Ron and Alyce Paige; Roger and Joy Quinn.
Special Thanks
Chris Castleberry; Alanna Jones; Classen SAS Drama Department; Jon Womastek.