Standard-Radio Post contributor Lindy Segall Fredericksburg Theater Company will bring friendship, laughter and heartbreak to the stage this month with its production of Steel Magnolias at the Steve W. Shepherd Theater.

Director Jacki Maenius and the six-member cast are preparing to open the show Friday, Oct. 16, with performances continuing through Sunday, Oct. 25.

Truvy (Brittni Jackson) determines how she'll style Shelby's (Hailey Knudson) hair for her wedding day as Clairee (Tommie Bailey) looks on approvingly.