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Live Oak adds Sunday performance after strong Anne Frank demand

8/24/2026

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Addie Ladouceur Stars

Addie Ladouceur, 18, portrays Anne Frank in United States Live Oak Theatre’s production.
The show runs Sept. 11-13, 2026, with an added Sunday night performance after strong interest.
Cast rehearsed the full play on Aug. 11 without costumes while director Vince Vanni gave live direction.
Producer Mary Hirose said the set will move to the tighter main stage later this week.

Summary

Matt Hurst Targets Playoffs

Head Coach Matt Hurst leads the Live Oak Falcons in their third straight 11-man football season.
The Falcons return 14 starters—six on offense and eight on defense—after a 6-5 record in 2025.
Live Oak targets a 2026 playoff berth building on prior season successes.
The season opens Friday, Aug. 21 at Prince of Peace, 7:30 pm, followed by games on Aug. 28 and Sep. 11.

History

Historical Context

The 1955 Broadway debut of Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett’s adaptation of Anne Frank’s diary won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, cementing the story’s enduring stage presence. Live Oak High School’s 1970 launch of a 45-player football program, followed by a district title, mirrors the community’s ongoing support for both athletics and the 2026 Vince Vanni-directed Anne Frank production at Live Oak Theatre.

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Addie Ladouceur Stars

Addie Ladouceur, 18, portrays Anne Frank in United States Live Oak Theatre’s production.
The show runs Sept. 11-13, 2026, with an added Sunday night performance after strong interest.
Cast rehearsed the full play on Aug. 11 without costumes while director Vince Vanni gave live direction.
Producer Mary Hirose said the set will move to the tighter main stage later this week.

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