The Onawa, Iowa Community Players have announced their spring production, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Tony Kushner, Angels In America.
The play has been updated and tailored to the region by Tommy "Kennebec" Williams, dramaturge of the Onawa company.
We spoke with Kennebec Williams to get a preview of the production:
"As I have re-envisioned it, Angels In America is the rollicking tale of two best friends as they face the challenges of healthcare during the Obama administration. During the story, they encounter unusual people, situations, and undergarments that can only be called Disneyesque.
"There's a funny-crazy assortment of characters: a ghost, a penguin, people from Salt Lake City, and a grouchy old Democratic politician who learns the error of his ways.
"At heart, Angels is the story of a mother's unconditional love for her son, and the exciting experiences she has when she meets the head angel!
"I think one of the funniest scenes is when the mother first drives into Onawa with Utah plates and immediately gets a speeding ticket!"
The Onawa Community Players' production of Angels In America is planned for spring of this year. The play is in two parts; the first, "Mononium Approaches" is scheduled for May. If ticket sales warrant, the second part "Pastafaioli" will be presented in June.
Parental alert: Angels In America features a black character with strong opinions.
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