Kilgore College Theatre will close its 2025–26 season with Small Mouth Sounds by Bes Wohl, inspired by a silent spiritual retreat the author attended in upstate New York. A model of theatrical ingenuity, the play uses very little dialogue to dig into the core of human pain, exploring this with both pathos and humor.
Set in the overwhelming quiet of the woods, six runaways from city life embark on a silent retreat led by an unseen teacher, or guru. When the layers of their daily lives are shed, their despair is primal.
These strangers, partners Joan and Judy, former child actor Alicia, outdoors-hating Ned, gorgeous yoga teacher Rodney, and Jan, a pastor struggling with his English language skills, must confront internal demons.
Both profound and absurd, their vows of silence collide with the achingly human need to connect. Filled with awkward humor, this strange and compassionate play begins as an entertaining retreat that gradually darkens into tragedy, asking how we address life’s biggest questions when words fail us.
Please note that due to mature themes, this play is not appropriate for young audiences.
Performance schedule:
- Friday, April 24, at 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, April 26, at 2:30 p.m.
Ticket information:
- General admission: $10.
- KC students (with ID): $7
Tickets can be reserved online at www.kilgore.tix.com, by calling (903) 983-8126, or by emailing reservation details to boxoffice@kilgore.edu.
About KC Theatre:
KC Theatre offers students hands-on learning experiences in the theatre arts and presents performances to the community. The department prepares students for careers in the performing arts. For more information on theatre classes at KC, visit: www.kilgore.edu/drama.