The Promise Players theater group will offer a performance of "The One You Need" for its fall production at Lampeter Church of the Brethren, 1900 Lampeter Road, Lancaster, on Friday to Sunday, Nov. 3 through 5, and Thursday to Sunday, Nov. 9 through 12. The Thursday and Friday shows will be held at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays will have a 2:30 p.m. matinee and a 7:30 p.m. show, and Sundays will have a 5 p.m. show to close the weekend.

"The One You Need" is a play written by Janette Frankford-Book, who has been a member of the Promise Players for more than 13 years. The production tells the story of Jan, a young woman who is taking care of her father after he is diagnosed with a terminal illness. As the father approaches the end of his life, his primary concern is making sure his daughter has a relationship with God. Jan opposes the faith and only wishes to have her father in her life. The play explores the subject of grief as it follows the intense dynamic between the two main characters, but it also finds room for comedic scenarios as Jan struggles to be a graceful caregiver.

Frankford-Book began writing "The One You Need" more than 10 years ago, and the fall production will be the play's first time being performed for audiences. The story is inspired by Frankford-Book's real-life experiences; nearly two decades ago, she acted as her ill father's caregiver until his passing. The play incorporates characters such as Jan's brothers, a local doctor and a funeral director, who are inspired by Frankford-Book's own brothers and the individuals who helped her navigate her father's death. Frankford-Book will play the leading role of Jan, and she is co-directing the production with Wayne Rhinier.

"Everyone can relate to this play. Everyone has suffered grief in some way," Frankford-Book said. "It's the story of a father wanting only the best for his kids, even in his last moments, but it also has some hilarious characters. It's my way of paying homage to people across Lancaster County."

Doors will open one hour before each show, and general admission seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Adults may purchase tickets for a suggested minimum donation, and children age 12 and under may purchase tickets at a discounted price. Children may also pay for admission with the donation of a canned good, which Promise Players will donate to Solanco Neighborhood Ministries' food bank in Quarryville. To purchase tickets in advance, visit https://tinyurl.com/the1youneed or call the church office at 717-464-2050 during its regular operating hours of Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.