Mt. Hood Community College Theatre Department Announces Exciting Play Season This play season, experience the gentle sea breezes and lush mountains of Hiroshima in “A Thousand Cranes”; watch a beautiful community blossom in gritty Cleveland, OH in “Seedfolks”; and walk through the turbulent halls of high school again in “Be More Chill.” The Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) theatre department is gearing up for an exciting 2023-2024 play season. flled with diverse genres, thought-provoking themes, and gripping performances. There will be something for everyone, from heartwarming dramas to lively musicals, with stories that
will make you think and gripping performances.
The theatre department at MHCC ofers many ways for people to get involved, including acting, backstage work, and technical classes. “A Thousand Cranes,” is a perfect play for young audiences. It tells the story of a young girl named Sadako who gets cancer as a result of the Hiroshima bombing, and her goal to fold a thousand origami cranes in the hopes of healing and peace. Through her journey, the play explores themes College plus Community: Fall 2023
of resilience, the enduring power of hope, and the devastating impact of war. “Seedfolks” revolves around a diverse group of struggling neighbors who work with each other to transform an empty lot into a thriving garden. Through their shared passion for gardening, they learn about the healing power of nature, the importance of community, and the potential for positive change. “Be More Chill” is a modern musical that follows Jeremy, an awkward high school student who gets hold of a pill-sized supercomputer that promises to transform him into the coolest 5