Vernon Hills High students to perform alumnus' play

A play written by a Vernon Hills High School alumnus will be performed at the school this week.

"The Old Man and the Old Moon" was written by members of the PigPen Theatre Co., including Vernon Hills High alumnus Matt Nuernberger. It's about the man who works as the moon's caretaker.

Showtimes are at 4 p.m. on Thursday and 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $4 for students or $5 for adults. They're available at the door and online at d128.org/vhhs/performing-arts/ticket-information.