Behind the Sun
Based on the lives of playwright Stan Kipper’s family, experience this story of community, family, and the lengths some had to go through to achieve the American Dream.
History Theatre has created an in-depth play guide. Click here to read it!
Performance Venue
History Theatre
Content Warnings/Age Recommendations
Contains mature themes including racism and mild language. This performance is recommended for ages 12 and older with parent/guardian discretion.
Themes
- Due to the racist barriers he faces, Obie Kipper chooses to take a big risk to achieve his goal of buying the house that he and his family wants. What is your relationship with risk? When have you taken a big risk, for something you wanted or believed in?
Accessibility
Many performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating, assistive listening, sensory ear plugs, ASL interpretation, open captioning, or audio description, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you!
Transportation
If you do not have access to a ride, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation.
Childcare
Childcare is available for this performance. Please let us know if you need childcare when you make your reservation.