Carousel Theatre of Indianola

Carousel Theatre of Indianola Carousel Theatre is a nonprofit community theatre located in Indianola Iowa.

We have been proudly bringing high-quality entertainment to Warren County for 60 years!

The most widely recognized and culturally defining photo from September 11, 2001, is "Raising the Flag at Ground Zero" b...
09/06/2026

The most widely recognized and culturally defining photo from September 11, 2001, is "Raising the Flag at Ground Zero" by Thomas E. Franklin of 'The Bergen Record'. It shows three firefighters raising an American flag amid the rubble.

To experience the true stories of 9/11 survivors you can see our performance of '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance*

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Bradley! We asked Bradley, “Why do you feel it’s important to tell these real-l...
09/06/2026

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Bradley!

We asked Bradley, “Why do you feel it’s important to tell these real-life stories today?”

He said, “It’s important to tell these stories for the same reasons people say to never forget 9/11. We should always remember the impact that these events had on the people because it shaped so much of the future after that point. But we should also remember how people came together during the recovery, as there will always be a lesson to be learned from that kind of unity.”

To experience the true story of Cary Sheih and Dr. Jim Snyder told through Bradley, you can see our performance of ‘110 Stories’ by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance**

Meet the cast of '110 Stories' featuring Larry!We asked Larry, "Why do you feel it’s important to tell these real-life s...
09/04/2026

Meet the cast of '110 Stories' featuring Larry!

We asked Larry, "Why do you feel it’s important to tell these real-life stories today?"

He said, "As soon as I had a script to read through, I could not put it down. As someone who does a lot of theatre, I could tell that this story was more special than most. It comes from the heartfelt testimonies of real people and is woven together beautifully. It is a story full of emotions, and I hope that we can bring some laughs and a tear to everyone's eye."

To experience the true story of Mitchell Peritz & one of the many rescue workers told through Larry, you can see our performance of '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance**

Meet the cast of '110 Stories' featuring John! We asked John. "What were you doing when you heard the twin towers were s...
09/03/2026

Meet the cast of '110 Stories' featuring John!

We asked John. "What were you doing when you heard the twin towers were struck?"

He said, "I remember that morning on September 11, 2001. Something just seemed off. I remember watching the attack as it was unfolding as a 4th grader at Emerson Elementary School in Indianola with the big black whole in the North tower and CNN replaying the footage of that morning of the first plane coming across the skyline of the city "Lower Manhattan" area and then the plane crashing into the North Tower, never seen anything like that before"

To experience the true story of Tony Esola and Paul Adams told through John, you can see our performance of '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance**

Carousel Theatre of Indianola Presents '110 Stories' by Sarah TuftSeptember 10-13Indianola American Legion Post #165Tic...
09/02/2026

Carousel Theatre of Indianola Presents '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft
September 10-13
Indianola American Legion Post #165
Tickets and more information available at carousel theatre.org/tickets

Recommended for mature audiences. ‘110 Stories’ features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance.

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Bryce!We asked Bryce, “Why do you feel it’s important to tell these real-life s...
09/02/2026

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Bryce!

We asked Bryce, “Why do you feel it’s important to tell these real-life stories today?”

He said, “sharing these stories really highlights what people actually went through that day and not just what we saw on the TV. It’s not just something to glance over, we’re getting in depth look into the emotions and thoughts that that the people of New York went through. Hearing first responder stories, especially my character of Don Casey, and how different things would have been if him and his battalion were held back a few more minutes, not only for himself but the rest of his crew.”

To experience the true story of Don Casey told through Bryce, you can see our performance of '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance**

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Katie! We asked Katie, “What is one story, lesson, or memory about 9/11 that ha...
09/02/2026

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Katie!

We asked Katie, “What is one story, lesson, or memory about 9/11 that has stayed with you?”

She said, “Something that sticks with me is hearing about how everyone came together and helped one another out. Strangers helping strangers. Most people can be selfish and are very independent, so to hear about how people put their differences aside and came together to help each other on a very dark day says a lot about who we are as a society. That even when things seem grim we can be there for one another and lend a helping hand. “

To experience the true story of Merlin Durhman told through Katie, you can see our performance of '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance**

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Deb! We asked Deb, “What were you doing when you heard the twin towers were str...
08/31/2026

Meet the cast of ‘110 Stories’ featuring Deb!

We asked Deb, “What were you doing when you heard the twin towers were struck?”

She said, “I will never forget that morning. I had dropped my son off at school, where he was a Freshman. I was going about my day when a good friend called me and told me to turn on my TV. I did and couldn’t believe what I was seeing! When I hung up from talking with her, my son called from school to make sure I knew what is happening and that I was okay. Both of those dear people are no longer living. That fact is never lost on me.”

To experience the true story of one of many mothers that day told through Deb, you can see our performance of '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance**

Following the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, hundreds of union ironworkers, primarily from Local 40 and Loca...
08/31/2026

Following the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, hundreds of union ironworkers, primarily from Local 40 and Local 361, immediately answered the call, reporting to Ground Zero to help clear debris and support recovery efforts.
Join Carousel Theatre Company as we share these powerful first-person accounts in ‘110 Stories’ by Sarah Tuft.

September 10-13
Indianola American Legion Post #165
Tickets and more info available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

Meet the cast of '110 Stories' featuring Randy!We asked Randy, "What were you doing when you heard the twin towers were ...
08/29/2026

Meet the cast of '110 Stories' featuring Randy!

We asked Randy, "What were you doing when you heard the twin towers were struck?"
He said, "I was teaching at Indianola High School. I was making copies and a secretary had a radio on. They announced that a plane had crashed into the World Trade Center. I went back to my classroom and turned on the TV. Shortly after that a plane flew into to other tower, and we knew it wasn't an accident. When students came into my room later, I told them our world had just changed."

To experience the true stories of Father Deming and Terrence told through Randy, you can see our performance of '110 Stories' by Sarah Tuft September 10th-13th at the Indianola American Legion Post #165

Tickets available at carouseltheatre.org/tickets

**110 Stories features first-hand accounts and discussions of the events, trauma, and aftermath of September 11th. Themes include grief, loss, and intense emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised. Carousel theatre always recommends that patrons do their research before seeing a performance**

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