The Appalachian Center for the Arts will present the original musical “Anytown” on Monday, February 13th at 7 p.m. in the Black Box Theater at UVA Wise. Written by Jim Jack with music and lyrics by Anna K. Jacobs, “Anytown” tells the story of star athlete Hope Baker who sports a 4.0 GPA and limitless potential. But when a boy she likes offers her a pill to reduce the pain from a soccer injury, Hope makes a decision that rapidly transforms her dreams into an escalating nightmare.

Based on interviews with families struggling with the disease of addiction, opioid prevention experts, law enforcement officials, and educators, this original musical was developed in response to the devastating impact prescription opioid misuse, heroin, and fentanyl have had on our communities.

This performance is free and open to the public. “Anytown” is directed by UVA Wise theater professor Michael McNulty. UVA Wise senior theater major Ashlyn Mullins is acting in the production.

Content Warning: This performance contains depictions of drug use and may be considered inappropriate for younger children.