The show's having a great run. Those involved with the production can attest to how appreciative audiences have been. The "front-of-house" staff has commented on how thoughtful, moved, and complimentary audiences are as they leave the theater. At a recent post-show gathering, one supporter confided to an "Aloes" cast member, "I never cry at the theatre, but I did today."

Thanks to those of you have already seen "Aloes." Perhaps you are one of our wonderful subscribers, or perhaps you read some of the great notices in the press. In any event, you know what a powerful piece of theatre it is. Now, we at Third Rail are asking for your help to make the rest of the run a resounding success.

Serious dramas that actually convey a sense of tragedy don't come along too often, and we want to make sure folks see this one. Start a rumor, would you? Tell two friends (or more!) about the show -- its depth, its subtlety, its power. Let them know that their chances to catch it are fast running out.

With your help we’re sure to fill the house for these few remaining shows. It won’t cost you anything but a few minutes. Thanks again for seeing “A Lesson From Aloes” and for helping make this another big success for Third Rail.

Third Rail Repertory Theatre's production of "A Lesson From Aloes" by Athol Fugard runs May 4 through June 2 at the Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center. Call 503-235-1001 to reserve tickets or purchase them online at www.thirdrailrep.org.