Bob & Jean - A Love Story
by Zach Theatre

Mar. 19 - Apr. 19
Wednesdays-Sundays

Bob & Jean: A Love Story, based on recently discovered correspondence between playwright Robert Schenkkan’s parents during WWII, tells the remarkable story of a tumultuous courtship and complexities of the human heart. The central character Bob has a decades-long tie to Austin, including the start of KUT and KLRU, so it’s no surprise that as a native Austinite, Schenkkan brings his newest work home.

"This play is a love letter to my parents, and to all those of their generation,” said playwright Schenkkan. “To see it performed here in Austin where I grew up makes this premiere a homecoming."

The casting includes Jamie Goodwin as Narrator; Jake Roberson as Bob Schenkkan; Maggie Anderson as Jean Schenkkan; and Madison Laird as u/s for Jean; and Tobie Minor and u/s for Bob/Narrator. 

Bob & Jean is directed by Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley and includes scenic design by Michelle Ney; properties design by Brady Flock; costume design by Nanette Acosta; lighting design by Sarah Maines; sound design by Allen Robertson; AEA stage manager Sarah Hudson; and assistant stage manager Gaby Carney. 

 

Bob & Jean - A Love Story
by Robert Shenkken
Zach Theatre

Wednesdays-Sundays,
March 19 - April 19, 2025
Zach Theatre Whisenhut Stage
1510 Toomey Road
Zach Theatre
Austin, TX, 78704

March 19 - April 19, 2025

Wednesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., matinees Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Whisenhut Stage, Zach Theatre, Austin

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