The Last Train To Nibroc

ETC presents endearing romance Last Train to Nibroc

BEND, OR — Ellipse Theatre Community presents the humorous and heartfelt romance Last

Train to Nibroc by Arlene Hutton. The production will tour to various venues throughout Central

Oregon on select dates from September 20 - October 13, 2024.

Nominated for Best Play by the New York Drama League, Last Train to Nibroc follows May and

Raleigh who meet in 1940 on an eastbound train and discover they are from neighboring towns

in Kentucky. What unfolds next is their courtship as they navigate the tough times of a country at

war and learn what they have to give up to get what their hearts truly desire.

This production is part of ETC’s ongoing Roadshow Program that seeks to present highly

mobile, quality productions throughout Central Oregon. “This is our mission at work,” says

Craig Brauner, ETC President and Founding Member. Performances of Last Train to Nibroc will

occur at various venues throughout Bend, Prineville, La Pine, Sisters, and Redmond. This

program is made possible in part through generous support and funding from the Deschutes

Cultural Coalition, St. Charles Health Systems and Brooks Resources.

“I so look forward to bringing this sweet tale of blossoming love to Central Oregon,” says

director Jeannie Whittle. “I know that anyone who sees this show will also fall in love with May

and Raleigh.”

The cast includes Paige Bevando and Nathan Kristjanson. The creative team for Last Train to

Nibroc includes director Jeannie Whittle, assistant director and stage manager Amy Anderton,

costumer Tracey Miller, and a production team including Craig Brauner, Eddie Lampe, and

Warren Schweitzer. For additional information and to purchase tickets please visit

www.etcbend.org.