Alabama Story
by Kenneth Jones
September 19 - 28, 2025
Bean Brown Theatre
Directed by
Kenyatta "Ya Ya" Browne
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Set in Montgomery in 1959, this play delves into the heart of Alabama's history, exploring themes of belonging, identity, and the fight to protect one's home and heritage. When a state senator discovers The Rabbit’s Wedding, a children’s picture book, is about a black rabbit and a white rabbit getting married, he sets out to fire the state librarian protecting it. Meanwhile, a chance meeting between childhood friends, one white and one black, forces them to recall, confront, and reconcile their complicated past.
Performances & Tickets
Tickets are currently available exclusively with season tickets.​​​​
Flex Season Tickets may be redeemed
for this show starting Tues., Aug. 12, 2025.
Individual tickets for this show go on sale to the public
on Tues., Aug. 19, 2025.
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Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. - Pay-What-You-Can Preview
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Friday, Sept. 19, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. - Opening Night
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Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.
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Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.
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Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025- 7:30 p.m.
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Friday, Sept. 26, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.
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Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.
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Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.
Production Credits
Director - Kenyatta "Ya Ya" Browne
Stage Manager - Averie Bonneville
Scenic Design - Therrin Eber
Costume Design - Jeanette Waterman
Lighting Design - Lyndell McDonald
Sound Design - Jonathan Proctor
Cast
Role | Actor |
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Bobby Crone and Radio Announcer | James McGahey |
Herschel Webb and Henry Branch | Steven Yates |
Senator E.W. Higgins | Charles Prosser |
Joshua Moore | Jordan Hall |
Lily Whitfield | Sophia Allen |
Thomas Franklin | Colton Crowe |
Emily Wheelock Reed | Molly Page |
Garth Williams, Passerby, Coffee Cart | Jeff Terrell |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the running time of the production?
Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes -
Will there be an intermission?
Yes, there will be one 15-minute intermission -
Should I bring the kids?
Alabama Story deals with historical and social themes, including racism, segregation, and political conflict, in the Deep South of 1959. While there is no graphic violence or explicit content, the play explores mature topics that may require parental guidance. It is comparable to a PG-13 film in terms of subject matter. -
What themes are explored in the play?
The play explores themes of: censorship and the power of literature, racial segregation and civil rights, political influence and social justice, nostalgia, memory, and personal transformation. -
Does the play’s text contain offensive language?
There is some strong language, particularly in racial and political discussions, as the play reflects the social tensions of the time. -
Does the play contain violence?
There is no physical violence, but verbal confrontations and racially charged rhetoric contribute to the dramatic tension.