“Christmas Comes to Detroit Louie,” a holiday play that tempers its warmth with a big dose of humor, will be presented the next two weekends at Tennessee Valley Theatre in Spring City, Tenn.
The action takes place on Christmas Eve in a medical clinic in a rest home, where several people wait to see the doctor. Among them: Detroit Louie, a hardhearted pickpocket; Harry the Lift, his dumb but loyal right-hand man who needs treatment for an injury; John and Cara, who have just brought their father to be committed permanently; and the Old Man, who refuses to believe his son would do such a thing.
Also present are Mrs. Aiken, the hypochondriac; the Blind Girl, who believes strongly in helping others; and Angel No. 2, who is on probation. He must make this mission count in order to get his wings back. He has permission to grant just one wish in this particular room, and the needs of those assembled make it a very hard decision.
What transpires is at the heart of this holiday classic from playwright Bobby G. Wood.
Chris Beam and Anessa VanHorn direct the 15-member cast.