Friday, June 26th & Saturday, June 27th, 2026
Note - CHANGE OF VENUE
Due to predictions of rain Thursday through Saturday, the decision was made to move the theatre production to town! Although we won't be at the Ruin this year, the venues in Alma are historical treasures and perfect places to stage a play about Kansas history.
Pre-play activities will be hosted by our good friends at the Wabaunsee County Historical Society Museum, truly a hidden gem and an authentic archive of the families of the county, accompanied by a significant collection of Indian tools.
The play will be performed in the original auditorium of Wabaunsee High School, vintage 1937, designed by prominent Topeka architect W.E.Glover, built as a WPA project.
We hope you enjoy this small-town experience in the heart of the Flint Hills.
6pm | Doors open at the Wabaunsee County Historical Museum, 227 Missouri Ave., Alma, KS
with Jonny's BBQ (reservations by June 24), MHKCaravan Co. Beverages
Flint Hills Pints Homemade Ice Cream
7:30 pm | Kansas Abridged Seating | Wabaunsee High School Auditorium
912 Missouri Ave., Alma,KS
8pm | The performance begins!
Since 2022, Volland has hosted a theatre production at The Ruin every other year. 2026's installment of Theatre at the Ruin continues our community theatre efforts at an even deeper level. Collaborating with Switchgrass Theatre Company - a group launched in part by Wabaunsee Countian Emmett Spaw - Volland is the backdrop for a suite of Wabaunsee County written, produced, directed and acted plays.
Sponsorship Opportunities for Kansas Abridged
includes recognition on the wall of the gallery and on our website.
Please note: Sponsorships are available for both nights of Kansas Abridged
As a Sponsor, you will
-help pay for lighting and wireless mics
-provide stipends for actors, writers, and the production team
-provide pizza and black coffee for late night rehearsals
- keep ticket prices low so that everyone can attend the play!
- have the satisfaction of knowing you are making community theatre possible in the Flint Hills
- receive a tax deduction for the donation
And...you will have our undying gratitude!
Your name will be prominently displayed on the wall of the gallery and on our website for the remainder of the year.
A
Friend of the Ruin supports
Kansas Abridged in the most generous way. The Friend sponsorship includes:
- Front row seating for two people on the north side of the Ruin
- Recognition on the wall of the Volland Gallery
- Recognition on the Volland Foundation Website
- Special recognition on Volland’s social media channels
$500
$450 tax-deductible
A
Sponsor of the Ruin
graciously
supports
Kansas Abridged and includes:
- Best available seating for two on north side of the Ruin
- Recognition on the wall of the Volland Gallery and the Volland Website
$250
$200 tax-deductible
A
Supporter of the Ruin
enthusiastically supports
Kansas Abridged and includes:
- Best available seating for two on the north side of the Ruin
- Recognition on the wall of the Volland Gallery and the Volland Website
$100
$50 tax-deductible
There are two ways to join the Friends, Sponsors, and Supporters
of
Kansas Abridged
with a Check:
Indicate your level of giving and preferred date of attendance in the memo line, and
mail your check to:
The Volland Foundation, PO Box 144, Alma, KS 66401
or Online:
email us to let us know your check is coming and we will reserve your seats in the order in which we receive your request
If you need further information about Sponsorships, please contact us here
Thank you for your consideration.
Your sponsorship supports Community Theatre
at Volland in the Flint Hills!
