Spinning Tree Theatre provides Kansas City metro area youth of all abilities professional-level theatrical opportunities.
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 — 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.
📅 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
♿ 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
💬 WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
✔ Intimate, immersive theatrical storytelling
✔ Inclusive professional theatre featuring artists of all abilities
✔ Thought-provoking and emotionally resonant
✔ 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 AvenueOverland Park, Kansas 66212
