For Immediate Release
Office of Public Information
Crowder College
RE: Crowder College Theatre to Present ‘Night, Mother’ December 6-8 with Special Panel on Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Neosho, MO – Crowder College Theatre invites the community to experience a powerful and thought-provoking production of Marsha Norman’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, ‘Night, Mother. Performances will take place in the Elsie Plaster Community Center Theatre on the Crowder College campus in Neosho, Friday, December 6 & Saturday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 p.m.
‘Night, Mother is a deeply emotional drama that explores themes of mental health, family dynamics, and the impact of suicide. The production features Meg Saffer, Neosho High School Speech & Debate Teacher and Coach, as Jessie and Annie Smith, Crowder College Theatre Director, as Thelma.
In conjunction with the performance, Crowder College will host a special panel discussion on suicide awareness and prevention immediately following each performance. The panel will feature mental health professionals, suicide prevention advocates, and representatives from local support organizations. Audience members will have the opportunity to engage in a meaningful dialogue, gain valuable insights, and learn about available resources in the community.
Reservations for ‘Night, Mother may be made by calling 417-455-5678. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Cash, check, and credit card are accepted. General admission is $10, with discounts for students and seniors. Due to the sensitive nature of the content, the production is recommended for mature audiences.
For more information about the performance or the panel discussion, please contact Annie Smith at AnnieSmith@Crowder.edu or 417-455-5458. Join us for this impactful event as we raise awareness and encourage important conversations around mental health and suicide prevention.
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Last Updated on November 15, 2024 by Cindy
