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The Signer

  • April 17 - 26, 2026
  • Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center

    8788 Metcalf Avenue
    Overland Park, Kansas 66212
Description

The Signer

by Sarah Aptilon

A world premiere commissioned and produced by Spinning Tree Theatre

The Signer is an intimate and powerful theatrical experience exploring communication, identity, and the many ways human beings connect beyond spoken words.

Known for creating inclusive, professional theatre that brings together artists of all abilities, Spinning Tree Theatre invites audiences into a story where language takes many forms and understanding requires both empathy and courage. Through deeply human performances and thoughtful storytelling, The Signer offers a moving and immersive theatrical event that balances emotional depth with moments of humor, tension, and quiet beauty.

This production is presented in partnership with SevenDays, an organization dedicated to promoting kindness, understanding, and respect across our community β€” values that resonate deeply with the themes at the heart of The Signer.

This production continues Spinning Tree Theatre’s commitment to meaningful collaboration and inclusive artistry, creating space for stories that resonate long after the final moment.

🎭 ABOUT THE PRODUCTION

Performed in an intimate setting, The Signer places audiences close to the action, creating a shared experience between performers and viewers. The production brings together professional artists and emerging performers in a collaborative process rooted in accessibility, authenticity, and artistic excellence.

πŸ“… PERFORMANCE DATES

Friday, April 17 – 7:00pm Opening Night reception | ASL-interpreted performance
Saturday, April 18 – 7:00pm
Sunday, April 19 – 2:00pm

Friday, April 24 – 7:00pm | ASL-interpreted performance
Saturday, April 25 – 2:00pm
Sunday, April 26 – 2:00pm

 

β™Ώ ACCESSIBILITY

Spinning Tree Theatre is committed to inclusive, accessible theatre.

  • Accessible seating available

  • Inclusive performance environment welcoming audiences of all abilities

  • ASL interpretation on Friday April 17 at 7:30pm and Friday April 24 at 7:30pm

πŸ’¬ WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

βœ” Intimate, immersive theatrical storytelling
βœ” Inclusive professional theatre featuring artists of all abilities
βœ” Thought-provoking and emotionally resonant
βœ” A meaningful shared experience that sparks conversation

🎟️ TICKETS

Tickets are available online and at the door (as available).
Advance purchase is strongly recommended due to limited seating.

When purchasing, you will also see the option for a Pay It Forward Community Ticket, allowing you to support accessibility and help ensure inclusive theatre remains available to our entire community while reserving your own seat.

Date & Time

Apr 17 - 26, 2026

Venue Details

Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center

8788 Metcalf Avenue
Overland Park, Kansas 66212 Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center
Spinning Tree Theatre

Spinning Tree Theatre provides Kansas City metro area youth of all abilities professional-level theatrical opportunities.


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