Written by Jim Jack
Music and Lyrics by Anna K. Jacobs
Star athlete Hope Baker sports a 4.0 GPA and limitless potential. But when a boy she likes offers her a pill to reduce the pain from a soccer injury, Hope makes a decision that rapidly transforms her dreams into an escalating nightmare.
Based on interviews with families struggling with the disease of addiction, opioid prevention experts, law enforcement officials, and educators, this original musical was developed in response to the devastating impact prescription opioid misuse, heroin, and fentanyl have had on communities throughout New Jersey.
ANYTOWN features a cast of 4 (2M, 2W). Running time: 65 minutes, including a post-play discussion. Appropriate for upper middle school, high school, and parent audiences.
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Music & Lyrics by Anna K. Jacobs
Featuring: Christina Comizio, Eileen Doan, Frank Galgano, Rachelle Legrand, Joe Piserchio, Akoni Steinmann, and Emma Wagner.
Musical Direction: Matt Castle.
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NJTV News: ‘Anytown’ is a touring musical with a mission
My Central Jersey: George Street Playhouse offers musical with message for students in ‘Anytown’
History
ANYTOWN was developed by George Street Playhouse as part of their roster of touring musicals. With direction by Portia Krieger, the production premiered at GSP in September, 2018, and toured throughout New Jersey and nationally.