Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise makes its Long Island debut at the Southampton Arts Center from May 1- 3, 2026. Starring Barbara Jo Howard and Jack Seabury, this intimate two-person play tells the true story of Ludwig’s parents, who fell in love through letters during World War II. What begins as a simple correspondence grows into a deeply moving romance shaped by distance, uncertainty, and hope.

Directed by Michael Disher, the production is a heartfelt reminder of the power of handwritten words and enduring connection. Set entirely through letters exchanged between a U.S. Army doctor stationed in Oregon and an aspiring actress in New York City, Dear Jack, Dear Louise is filled with warmth, humor, and tenderness.

Performance Times

• Friday, May 1: 7:00 PM

• Saturday, May 2: 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM

• Sunday, May 3: 2:00 PM