Great Wide Open

In a world of confusion two teenagers find hope and solace in each other…

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

Worlds Collide

World-weary Kenny wants to escape the nightmare of his family life when his world collides with troubled, fiercely independent Junie’s and he finds the refuge he’s been seeking.

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

A New Beginning

It was an ordinary day, on an ordinary trip when...


Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

Oh, Hello!

Somebody new catches your eye

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

Kenny, and his Thoughts

Can they reach her with their thoughts?


Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

It's You!

It's You! Kenny and Junie meet again at school.



Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

It's Complicated

Kenny's home life is a little complicated

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

At Junie's House

He wonders if it's complicated at Junie's house too?

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

Mom Knows Best

Junie's Mom is a little... well, that!

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

Are They Falling in Love?

We think Junie might heart Kenny

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

That's a Yes!

Kenny definitely loves Junie!

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

Adventuring Together

Road trips & adventures ensue

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

A Bump in the Road

Things get messy and confusing for Junie.

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

It's Never Boring in Kenny's Mind

Kenny & his inner selves are on the ride of his life.

Actors in Great Wide Open by Jessica Wallenfels (2023-04) by Shawnte SimsPortland Playhouse

Getting the Emotions Out

Junie & Kenny use dance and paint to express their emotions.

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