Parker Grade 6 Enrichment: John Morello
Date
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Category
Parker PTO
Dirt: A one-man show about growing up and mental health.
A story about 4 people. Alone. In the wasteland of suburbia. Looking for each other. Finding themselves. Created and Performed by. John Morello.
https://johnrmorello.wixsite.com/johnmorello/the-shows
For twenty years John has been traveling the country and performing wherever he can; crowded theaters, basement classrooms, small towns, and big cities. Regardless of the setting, he is always overwhelmed by the response from young people, educators, and parents. While many of us seem to disconnect and spend our lives in front of screens or devices, John invites his audience to connect with one man on a stage. No condescending or preaching pithy self-help slogans. Just an actor creatively telling stories, inhabiting relatable characters, and asking questions in a way that respects his audience. Praised by the New York Times for this work that is both hysterical and touching, John creates honest conversations about mental health, addiction, bullying, poverty, and resilience.