Small Town

In 1982, John Mellencamp introduced us to Jack & Diane, “two American kids growin’ up in the heartland.” Forty-four years later, this world premiere musical takes us back to the 1980s, weaving a powerful story of family and community through 23 of his most iconic songs—including “Small Town,” “Hurts So Good,” “Cherry Bomb,” “Pink Houses,” “Paper in Fire,” “Jack & Diane,” and more.

This isn’t just a musical—it’s the story of people living on the edge of an American dream that is crumbling before their eyes, forced to make tough choices in a desperate bid for a better life. Because in Small Town, life goes on long after the thrill of living is gone.