Support the Story

The story of 11 DAYS: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express is more than a performance — it’s a living testament to courage, loyalty, and sacrifice. Retired Lt. Col. Scott Mann and his team of Green Berets, SEALs, CIA officers, and aid workers risked everything to save over 500 Afghan allies during America’s chaotic withdrawal from Kabul. Bringing this story to the stage requires meticulous care: lighting that sets the tone, sound that carries every word, costumes and sets that honor authenticity, and behind-the-scenes support that keeps the production running. By sponsoring a specific element of the show, you help ensure this extraordinary story reaches audiences with the full power, truth, and heart it deserves.

Choose What You Fund

This page is your hub for directly supporting the production of 11 DAYS: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express. Each item in the grid represents a vital part of bringing the show to life — from lighting and sound to costumes, props, and behind-the-scenes support.

Click on any item to learn more about its role in the production and make a donation directly to that area. Every contribution, large or small, helps ensure the story is told with authenticity, impact, and care. By choosing a specific item, you become part of the storytelling process itself, helping audiences experience the mission, courage, and sacrifice at the heart of this extraordinary story.

Lighting

POC: Julie L.

Lighting

Illuminate every moment with lighting that sets the tone, captures emotion, and pulls the audience deeper into the story.

POC: Julie L.

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SOUND

POC: Cole Grisham 

sound

Ensure every word and heartbeat of the performance is heard with high-quality sound equipment and engineering.

POC: Cole Grisham 

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Projection

projection

Support dynamic visuals and multimedia that deepen the storytelling and transport the audience into the mission.

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Costumes

Costumes

Provide authentic, meaningful costumes that reflect the world of the play and honor the service of our veterans.

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Props

Props

Help equip the stage with powerful props that ground the story in realism and make the experience unforgettable.

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SET

POC: Vince Gordon

SET

Underwrite the stage design that transforms the theater into a window into Kabul, America’s living rooms, and the heart of the mission.

POC: Vince Gordon

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Collateral

Collateral

Materials that bring the production to life, including programs, printed materials, and marketing pieces. Your support ensures audiences leave with a meaningful keepsake.

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Mental Health

POC: Schuyler Geller

Mental Health

A trained professional present at each performance to support anyone who may experience emotional distress, ensuring a safe and caring environment for all.

POC: Schuyler Geller

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Tour Manager

Tour Manager

The person who keeps every performance running smoothly, handling logistics, scheduling, and coordination. Sponsorship helps cover this essential role to ensure a seamless tour experience.

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Videographer

Videographer

Captures every moment of the performance and behind-the-scenes action, preserving the story for audiences and future projects.

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Rehearsals

POC: Kathy Fortin

Rehearsals

Practice sessions where the cast and crew refine their performance, ensuring every moment on stage is precise and impactful.

POC: Kathy Fortin

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Readings

Readings

Script readings and table work that help the team understand the story, develop characters, and prepare for a polished performance.

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