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believe

by Bess Wohl

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It’s 1980 in the Conlee family’s attic playroom, and four young siblings—Chris, Kate, Carl and Addie—recreate their everyday lives in a colorful game of make believe. Just home from school, they expect snacks, unwind from the day, and irk one another. Everything seems ordinary—until it doesn’t. The children play and play, but where are the adults? Fast-forward 30 years and the kids are back–only this time the game’s over, and a troubled past needs reconciliation. Split into two halves set three decades apart, MAKE BELIEVE features four child actors and their adult counterparts in a provocative story that bends time, space, and narrative. Formally daring and eminently moving, MAKE BELIEVE is a thoughtful exploration of childhood and its lingering impact. Directed by Cait Robinson.

RUN TIME: 90 mins (no intermission)

ALL AGES prices are available online for this event.
A limited number of tickets are available at $55 and $10.
Per ticket service fee varies from $2.00 – $7.00 depending on ticket price.

July 24 – August 10, 2025

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$35 *including fees

Venue

Portland Stage Studio

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PORTLAND STAGE
STUDIO

Small 3/4 black-box theater space located within Portland Stage and seating up to 75.

Wheelchair Accessible
Nearby Parking
Address

25 Forest Ave
Portland, ME, 04101

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