The Spitfire Grill at Williams Theatre, Purdue University Fort Wayne
Dates: 4/17/2026 - 4/25/2026
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The Spitfire Grill, presented by the Department of Theatre at Purdue University Fort Wayne, follows Percy Talbott, a young woman seeking a fresh start in the small town of Gilead, Wisconsin, where she finds work at a local restaurant and helps the community rediscover their sense of human kindness. With a folk-inspired score and memorable characters, this musical is a celebration of second chances and found families. The production is directed by Dr. Julie Lyn Barber, with music direction by Rolin Mains, and features a cast of PFW Theatre majors and minors alongside guest artist Julie Donnell in the role of Hannah Ferguson. The show is rated PG-13 and runs April 17–25 at Williams Theatre on the PFW campus.
Cast and Creative Team for The Spitfire Grill at Williams Theatre, Purdue University Fort Wayne
Cast
Julie Donnell
Hannah Ferguson
Creative Team
Fred Alley
Lyricist
James Valcq
Composer
Rolin Mains
Musical Director
Dr. Julie Lyn Barber
Director
Lee David Zlotoff
Based on Film
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