Spitfire Grill
A soul-stirring story of healing, rebirth, forgiveness, and hope, The Spitfire Grill follows Percy Talbott as she arrives in a small Wisconsin town searching for a fresh start. As her presence awakens long-buried secrets, dreams and unexpected connections, the people of Gilead discover that renewal can come when it is least expected—and that grace often begins with the courage to open one’s heart.
With a warm, folk-inspired score filled with aching ballads, soaring harmonies, and the quiet beauty of Americana, this moving musical celebrates second chances, community, and the transformative power of compassion.
PG-13 for sensitive subjects.
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Thank you to all who auditioned. We were amazed by all the talent! Please come out again and/or join us in a backstage task or as a volunteer.
Cast List Spitfire Grill:
Percy Talbot – Maddie Spraggins
Hannah Ferguson – Cora Connelly
Shelby Thrope – Alexa Walters
Caleb Thorpe – Keith Garrett
Joe Sutter – Michael Knotts
Effy Krayneck – Emily Scarpa
The Vistor – Bradley Cantrell
Performances | August 7 – 16, 2026
| Dates | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Evening Shows | August 7 (Friday) August 8 (Saturday) August 13 (Thursday) August 14 (Friday) August 15 (Saturday) | 7:00 PM |
| Matinees | August 9 (Sunday) August 16 (Sunday) | 2:00 PM |
Location: Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center
Tickets: $16 for adults | $14 for students & seniors. Tickets sales open this summer.
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We would like for our audience members to be aware of the following content in case of any personal sensitivities. Please note some plot points will be mentioned in the advisories if you prefer to avoid any spoilers.
Mild Language
The Spitfire Grill contains some mild adult language throughout the performance.
Depictions of Alcohol
At the beginning of Act 2, characters sit around the table drinking something and are described as getting tipsy. No actual alcohol is consumed onstage.
Adult Themes
Allusions to Violence and Miscarriage: In Act 2, A character references an experience in her past: a sexual assault and resulting pregnancy. After her physical assault and resulting miscarriage, she killed her kidnapper to escape. In the next scene, during an argument between characters, one raises his hand to backhand another, but stops. No actual physical violence occurs onstage.