THE TALKING STICK — A New Drama by John Ruoff
When Raleigh, a struggling singer in Los Angeles, returns to her Texas hometown to collect her late mother’s belongings, she expects closure — not revelations. But in the quiet corners of a nursing home room, each item on her mother’s shelf tells a story, woven together by her nurse, Anna Mae.
What begins as a personal journey soon becomes something far deeper, as a surprise visit from a college professor unlocks secrets that challenge everything Raleigh thought she knew — about her mother, her family, and herself.
At the center of it all is the talking stick — a powerful symbol and storytelling vessel that carries generations of truth, pain, and resilience.
The Talking Stick is a moving exploration of memory, identity, and the hidden threads that connect us across time. Don’t miss this unforgettable new work.