By S. E. Hinton
Stage adaptation by Christopher Sergel (non-musical)
A powerful coming-of-age story rooted in loyalty, identity, and belonging.
Set in a divided town where class determines belonging, The Outsiders follows Ponyboy Curtis and his tight-knit group of Greasers as they navigate loyalty, violence, friendship, and growing up too fast. When tensions with their rivals, the Socs, escalate into tragedy, Ponyboy and his friends are forced to confront who they are and what really matters. This powerful coming-of-age story explores compassion, loss, and the moments that shape our values. Honest, emotional, and deeply relevant, The Outsiders reminds us that everyone has a story worth understanding, and that staying true to yourself takes courage.
A community for theater.
Creating as a team.
A place where stories take shape through rehearsal, conversation, and shared attention.
Each production forms a new PaperMap Cast and centers on a single title. From the first read-through to opening night, cast members work side by side to explore the story, rehearse scenes, and prepare a fully staged production to share with the audience.
How PaperMap Works:
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It all begins with a cozy theatrical space focused on safety. Cast members learn, perform scenes, ask questions, try ideas, (sometimes) miss the mark, and try again. 100% support is provided.
Rehearsal happens in person, in the same room, with the same cast. Phones stay away. Attention stays with the work and with one another. With this, confidence grows. Relationships form. And a great show takes shape.
This is how we adventure through theater, together. ✧
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Roles are auditioned and cast thoughtfully, with care for balance, learning, and the overall experience. Cast sizes are intentionally limited so each performer is supported and challenged.
Cast members learn how individual choices shape the group and the story. They learn responsibility, collaboration, and what it means to show up for others. By the time performances begin, the cast has built something unique together and shares the experience of presenting it as an ensemble.
This feels like a great drama club, with intention, structure, and follow-through.
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Casts rehearse together over several weeks, building toward a fully staged production. Costumes, lighting, sound, and design elements are explored as part of the rehearsal process, not added at the last minute.
Every production cycle results in unique performances.
Every cast member takes part.
We’d love to welcome you into the next PaperMap Cast.
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PaperMap Theater & Co. is an invitation to step into a room where stories are made together.
An invitation to join a cast.
To rehearse something real.
To take part in a full production from beginning to end.
Whether someone is brand new to theater or already loves the stage, this is a place to learn, grow, and experience.