SOUTHERN STORY: Pat Rounds as Daryl Ames and Jenna ‘Jay’ Moschella as Lucy Grant in the musical “Bright Star,” on stage through June 9 at the Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Communty College in West Windsor.

Maurer Productions OnStage presents the Steve Martin and Edie Brickell musical Bright Star through June 9 at the Kelsey Theatre on Mercer County Community College’s (MCCC) West Windsor Campus.

Bright Star takes place in the post-World War II South. Against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the paths of a young soldier returning home and a spirited magazine editor intersect, weaving a tale of fate, forgiveness, and hope. Inspired by a true story, the show was nominated for Grammy and Tony awards.

Dates and showtimes are Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, June 9 at 2 p.m. The show is recommended for audiences age 13 and older.

Tickets are $26 for adults and $24 for seniors, children, and students, available at kelseytheatre.org or by calling (609) 570-3333.