What was supposed to be a celebration of achievement for many students at Millikin University took a sharp turn as an unexpected speech at the graduation.
Millikin senior Nat Long will be a part of the four-member cast of Pipe Dreamâs production of âSix Years Old.â The story follows six-year-old Adelaide, her brother Dewey and their babysitter Kim.
âAdelaide is struggling with gender identity issues and really wants to be Han Solo,â Long said. âIt follows her journey of self-discovery and wrestling with questions of her identity.â
The play can be seen online beginning March 19 through tickets available at ShowTix 4U. Tickets are $7. The play will be available for viewing for 48 hours.
The story is filled with humor as Adelaideâs brother and babysitter help her along the way. âEventually she finds herself in the way that she wants to presented,â Long said.