Kenwood High School Drama Club to Present 'Our Town'

The classic American play will run for three days this month.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:20pm

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Kenwood High School's Drama Club will be performing the classic American play 'Our Town' on April 9-11. The play follows the story of two families in the small town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, and the love story of George and Emily. Tickets are free for CMCSS students and $5 for others, available online or at the door.

Why it matters

Performing classic American plays like 'Our Town' helps expose high school students to important works of theater and literature. The play's themes of cherishing each moment and paying attention to one another resonate with audiences of all ages.

The details

The Kenwood High School Drama Club will be staging three performances of 'Our Town' on April 9, 10, and 11 at 6:30 pm. The play stars Gabriella Gill and Noah Cordero in the lead roles of George and Emily. 'Our Town' is considered one of the great American plays, written by Thornton Wilder and first performed in 1938.

  • The performances will take place on April 9, 10, and 11 at 6:30 pm.
  • Tickets go on sale starting April 1.

The players

Kenwood High School Drama Club

The drama club at Kenwood High School in Clarksville, Tennessee, which is putting on the production of 'Our Town'.

Gabriella Gill

A student at Kenwood High School who is starring in the lead role of Emily in the production of 'Our Town'.

Noah Cordero

A student at Kenwood High School who is starring in the lead role of George in the production of 'Our Town'.

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What they’re saying

“Through this story, we are reminded to pay attention to each other and to cherish each and every minute we have together.”

— Dr. Judy Dexter Rye, Author

What’s next

Tickets for the 'Our Town' performances at Kenwood High School are on sale now, both online at www.gofan.com and at the door.

The takeaway

Kenwood High School's production of the classic American play 'Our Town' provides an opportunity for students and the local community to experience an important work of theater that reminds us to appreciate the small moments in life.