

Coming Through the Rye
Overview
Coming Through the Rye, set in 1969, is a touching coming of age story of sensitive, 16 year old Jamie Schwartz, who is not the most popular kid at his all boys' boarding school. Disconnected from students and teachers, he believes he is destined to play Holden Caulfield, the main character of The Catcher in the Rye, and has adapted the book as a play.
Top Cast

Alex Wolff
Jamie Schwartz

Stefania LaVie Owen
Deedee

Chris Cooper
J.D. Salinger
Zephyr Benson
Gerry Schwartz

Adrian Pasdar
Mr. Tierney

Caleb Emery
Billy Campbell

Eric Nelsen
Ted Tyler

Amy Parrish
Robin

Michael Siberry
Mr. Dewitt

Kabby Borders
Maureen
Melissa Lozoff
Dot

Lucia Scarano
Mrs. Schwartz
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