Webster City Community Theatre has cast its fall production of “Steel Magnolias.”

The play, penned by Robert Harling, will feature Abby Sturtevant-Sharp as Truvy Jones, Anne Blankenship as M’Lynn Eatenton, Rachel Derrig as Shelby Eatenton, Mary Sealine as Ouiser Boudreaux, Sally Evans as Clairee Belcher, and Karina Murray as Annelle Dupuy-Desoto.

Stephanie Hill is the director; Ann McLaughlin is assistant director; and Kevon Edwards is the stage manager.

Performances will be September 20-29 at the Webster City Community Theatre Performing Arts Center, 1001 Willson Avenue, Webster City.

Ticket information will be released soon.

Harling’s play is a heartfelt exploration of friendship and resilience among a group of Southern women in a small town in Louisiana. The action centers around Truvy Jones’ beauty salon, where the women gather to share their lives and support one another. The cast includes Truvy, the salon owner with a warm heart and sharp wit; M’Lynn, a strong and caring mother whose daughter’s health crisis challenges her; Shelby, M’Lynn’s spirited daughter, whose struggle with diabetes becomes central to the plot; Ouiser, the cantankerous yet endearing neighbor; Clairee, the witty and charming former First Lady of the town, who provides both humor and support; and Annelle, the young and initially awkward new girl in town who finds solace and family among the women. Through a series of trials and triumphs, the play depicts how their strong bonds help them navigate life’s challenges with humor, grace, and unwavering support.