Augusta Players to Stage Opioid Musical in November
The musical Painless will use true stories and original music to educate local students and the public on addiction.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Substance Abuse
Live Poll
Do you believe musical theater performances are an effective way to educate students about opioid addiction?
The Augusta Players will perform Painless: The Opioid Musical at the Kroc Center starting November 3, 2026. This free production aims to educate middle and high school students about the risks of opioid misuse.
Why it matters
By sharing true stories of addiction and recovery through original music, the production seeks to raise community awareness and foster empathy. Organizers intend for the show to serve as a vital educational tool regarding the dangers of opioid misuse.
Performances are scheduled throughout the day with student shows starting at 9:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. and a final public show at 7:00 p.m.
The players
Augusta Players
The Augusta Players is a local theater group responsible for producing this musical focused on addiction.
Kroc Center
The Kroc Center serves as the host venue for the upcoming performances in Augusta.
The details
The production targets middle and high school students as its primary audience to promote preventative education. After each student performance, health professionals will be available on-site to answer audience questions.
Timeline
Student performances occur at 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 3, Nov. 4, and Nov. 5.
A student performance occurs at 9:30 a.m. on Nov. 4.
The public performance is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 5.
Health Landscape
This production follows the pattern set by SAMHSA public awareness initiatives by utilizing creative storytelling to reach at-risk youth populations.
Local residents can attend the public performance for free to gain insight into the recovery process. The presence of health professionals at the venue offers attendees a direct opportunity to ask questions about addiction and local support services.
The takeaway
Using artistic mediums like theater can bridge the gap in understanding complex public health crises like opioid addiction. Residents are encouraged to utilize the Q&A sessions to better understand how to support those struggling with substance abuse.
Further reading
For additional context on addiction resources and community support, visit Substance Abuse.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wrdw.
Live Poll
Do you believe musical theater performances are an effective way to educate students about opioid addiction?
