Know Before You Go

Important Info

Please arrive no later than 30 minutes before showtime.

If you are attending in a group, you must distribute tickets to each individual group prior to entry. Each person must have their own ticket in-hand to enter the building. As all seats are individual, please make sure that each student sits in their assigned seats to ensure there is no confusion with patrons

The performance will run 2 hours and 25 minutes including one 15-minute intermission. We suggest you use the restrooms and visit the concession stand prior to the beginning of the show.

This production includes:
Flashing lights
Loud noises
Smoking on stage
Haze

The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited, except when used for accessibility services.

If you have any accessibility needs, please let an usher know and they will be happy to assist. The lobby area is very compact so please do not congregate in groups.

Please arrive no later than 30 minutes before showtime.

If you are attending in a group, you must distribute tickets to each individual group prior to entry. Each person must have their own ticket in-hand to enter the building. As all seats are individual, please make sure that each student sits in their assigned seats to ensure there is no confusion with patrons

The performance will run 2 hours and 25 minutes including one 15-minute intermission. We suggest you use the restrooms and visit the concession stand prior to the beginning of the show.

This production includes:

Flashing lights
Loud noises
Smoking on stage
Haze

The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited, except when used for accessibility services.

If you have any accessibility needs, please let an usher know and they will be happy to assist. The lobby area is very compact so please do not congregate in groups.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before showtime, and there is no outside food or drink permitted inside the theatre. The performance, including a 15-minute intermission, lasts 2 hours and 25 minutes. We suggest using the restrooms and visiting the concession stand beforehand.

This production includes:

Flashing lights
Loud noises
Smoking on stage
Haze

For group attendance, distribute tickets to each member before entry. Everyone needs their own ticket. Ensure each person sits in their assigned seat to avoid confusion.

The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited, except when used for accessibility services.

If you have any accessibility needs, please let an usher know and they will be happy to assist. The lobby area is very compact so please do not congregate in groups.

CONTENT ADVISORY

This production includes scenes involving suicide, domestic abuse, and violence.

If you find these topics challenging before or after viewing the show, The Outsiders has partnered with Crisis Text Line to make support available.

Simply text HOME to 741741 to reach a LIVE Volunteer Crisis Counselor, or you can connect with us via web chat at crisistextline.org.

It’s 24/7, free, and confidential. Remember, you are not alone.

Gallery

A group of eight young people, dressed in casual, rugged clothing, are posing together in front of a car in a dimly lit setting. Some are wearing denim jackets and overalls, while others sport leather jackets and plaid shirts. They all have serious or neutral expressions, embodying a tough, united group. The background is dark, highlighting the characters and their attire.

A group of men are engaged in an intense, dramatic fight scene under pouring rain. The men are wearing soaked, casual clothing such as jeans and t-shirts, and some have blood on their faces. One man is being lifted into the air, adding to the chaos and energy of the scene. The background is dark, with rain pouring down, illuminated by stage lights, creating a gritty and action-packed atmosphere.

Ponyboy, Sodapop, and Darrel are engaged in a heated argument in a dimly lit, rustic setting. Darrel, played by Brent Comer, is being restrained by Sodapop, played by Jason Schmidt, who is standing and pushing him back. Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, is seated and looks on intently. In the background, a vintage car and a floor lamp are visible, adding to the gritty, mid-20th-century atmosphere. Johnny stands near the car, looking down while the scene unfolds.

A chaotic and dramatic scene depicts a large fire engulfing a structure, with thick smoke and intense flames lighting up the area. Several young people are scattered around the stage, some carrying large wooden planks, while others are on the ground amidst the debris.

A dramatic scene unfolds with several young people involved in an intense moment. Two men are seated on large wooden planks angled against each other, while another man jumps off the planks with a powerful pose. Other men stand around, watching or holding the planks. The background is dark and smoky, illuminated by a single bright spotlight from above, creating a mysterious and tense atmosphere. A broken circular window at the top adds to the dramatic setting.

A lively scene unfolds with several young people engaged in an energetic dance or play fight. One man is leaping over another person covering their head with his letterman jacket. Other young men in casual, rugged clothing are either watching, dancing, or interacting in the background. The setting includes a vintage car and a stack of tires, with the backdrop featuring a dark, industrial structure and vibrant stage lighting.

Ponyboy and Sodapop are in a dark setting, with Sodapop lying on a bed and Ponyboy sitting beside him, holding a flashlight and reading a book. Sodapop, played by Jason Schmidt, is shirtless and resting his head on a pillow and watching Ponyboy intently. Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, is wearing a white t-shirt with red trim and jeans, focusing on the book illuminated by the flashlight.

In a dark setting, Johnny and Ponyboy are highlighted by a bright light. Johnny, played by Sky Lakota-Lynch, is sitting, wearing a denim vest over a striped shirt, with his face partially obscured by shadows. Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, wearing a white t-shirt with red trim and jeans, is standing and holding a flashlight, which casts a strong beam of light, illuminating his face and creating a dramatic atmosphere.

Johnny and Dallas are engaged in a tense confrontation in a dark setting. Johnny, played by Sky Lakota-Lynch, wearing a denim vest over a striped shirt, holds a knife, while Dallas, played by Joshua Boone, dressed in a leather jacket and white t-shirt, grips his wrist firmly. Their expressions are intense and serious, reflecting the gravity of the moment. The background is dimly lit, adding to the dramatic and suspenseful atmosphere.

A group of young people are gathered around a blue car in a nighttime setting. Five young men, wearing matching letterman jackets, are either seated on or around the car, with one holding a football. Two young women are also present. Cherry, played by Emma Pittman, with long red hair and dressed in a pink skirt and white top is embracing one of the young men in a letterman jacket, while the other woman, dressed in a light blue dress, stands nearby, looking at them.

Cherry, played by Emma Pittman, dressed in a pink checkered dress and white cardigan, stands holding a drink cup with a straw. She is looking at Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, in a denim jacket and jeans, who is leaning against a car and smiling at her. Behind them, three other young people are engaged in a conversation.

A group of young men are engaged in a violent and chaotic brawl under heavy rain. The scene is intense, with individuals grappling and fighting on the ground, their clothes soaked and stained. Some men have visible injuries and blood on their faces and bodies. The dark, rain-soaked environment is illuminated by dramatic lighting, emphasizing the raw energy and tension of the fight.

Dallas, Johnny, and Ponyboy pose in a gritty, industrial setting with natural light streaming in. Dallas, played by Joshua Boone, in the foreground rests his chin on his arm, looking serious. Johnny, played by Sky Lakota-Lynch, wears a military-style jacket, appearing contemplative. Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, seated in a denim jacket and ripped jeans, looks thoughtful.

Sodapop and Two-Bit, engage in playful roughhousing. Sodapop, played by Jason Schmidt, with tousled hair, has a wide, animated expression. Two-Bit, played by Daryl Tofa, with curly hair, smiles broadly as he wraps his arm around his friend's neck.

Cherry, played by Emma Pittman, with red hair, wearing a pink dress and headband, sits in an industrial setting, gazing to the side with a smirk and a thoughtful expression.

Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, is wearing a dirty beige t-shirt, jeans, and sitting in a dimly lit garage. Ponyboy has medium-length, slightly messy hair, gazing directly at the camera. In the background, there are spare tires, rusted metal parts, and industrial equipment.

Johnny, played by Sky Lakota-Lynch, with wet, curly hair and a serious expression is holding a butterfly knife. Johnny is wearing a sleeveless denim vest and he is positioned in front of an industrial, grungy background with metal pipes and rough surfaces.

Dallas, played by Joshua Boone, with short, curly hair, looking contemplatively to the side in a dimly lit industrial setting. Dallas is wearing a white shirt with the collar slightly turned up and a dark jacket draped over one shoulder.

Ponyboy, Sodapop, and Darrel are sitting together in a dimly lit space with a large window in the background. Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, has tousled hair and is wearing a light-colored t-shirt, looking to his right. Sodapop, played by Jason Schmidt, has dark hair, a blue button-up shirt with a name tag that reads 'Sodapop,' and is smiling while looking at Darrel. Darrel, played by Brent Comer, is wearing a white tank top and is leaning forward, looking at Sodapop. The setting appears industrial, with metal beams and a muted, vintage atmosphere.

Two-Bit, played by Daryl Tofa, wearing distressed denim overalls and black boots, is captured in motion against a backdrop of large industrial windows. The lighting creates a warm glow, highlighting their muscular build and the geometric tattoo on their arm. The individual appears to be engaged in an action or dance pose inside an industrial setting.

Sodapop, played by Jason Schmidt, smiles while sitting with his hands clasped around his knees. He is wearing a blue short-sleeved shirt with a name patch reading "Sodapop," a white undershirt, and a necklace. Their arms are dirtied, suggesting they have been working.

Darrel, played by Brent Comer, is wearing a white tank top and rolled-up pants. He is sitting on a stack of tires in a dimly lit industrial setting, next to a large wheel valve.

Dallas, played by Joshua Boone, and Darrel, played by Brent Comer, are sitting and facing each other in an industrial setting with large windows and metal beams in the background. Dallas, dressed in a short-sleeved shirt, has is left arm extended and his hand is on Darrel's shoulder, who is wearing a brown jacket. Both are engaged in a serious conversation, with intent expressions on their faces.

Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, and Johnny, played by Sky Lakota-Lynch, stand in front of tall, dry grass with the sky and clouds in the background. Ponyboy runs a hand through his tousled hair, wearing a light-colored t-shirt, while Johnny stands slightly behind him, wearing a buttoned-down shirt with rolled-up sleeves. The image has a warm, soft focus with a light lens flare, creating a dreamy, contemplative atmosphere.

A group of six young men standing closely together. They are dressed in casual, retro-style clothing, including denim jackets, t-shirts, overalls, and button-up shirts. Some are smiling and appear to be engaged in conversation, giving the image a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Ponyboy, played by Brody Grant, sits in a dimly lit industrial setting, wearing a dirty yellow t-shirt and distressed jeans. He holds a notebook and pen, appearing deep in thought as he writes. A denim jacket is draped next to him on the metal surface.

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