Entertainment : \'Mary Ingalls\' cast preparing for Aug. 1-2 shows at IBSSS

Kelsey Frank as Mary, Bonnie Beyer as Ma & April Seitz as Miss Mattice rehearse together.

Pa - Mitch Mensen and Ma - Bonnie Beyers watching as Mary is taught a new skill.

Mary shares her excitement with Pa as Ma watches on

Superintendent Carothers - Dave Gates explains the rules and educational expectations of the school.

Richard Paulus as Rev. Alden tells Mary (Kelsey Frank) and Carrie (Sophie Vasquez) about the school.

The ACT 1 cast has begun rehearsing for "Mary Ingalls -- Her Journey," which the cast will perform on Aug. 1-2.

The cast includes variety of experienced actors, newcomers and even one former actor making a return decades after his last show.Kelsey Frank plays the role of Mary.

"We are thrilled to have Richard Paulus back after a 23 year absence from the ACT I stage.," said Nancy Beckman. "Be sure to plan to attend the first ever Mary Ingalls Pageant - 'Mary Ingalls - Her Journey,' at the Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School on August 1 and 2."  

Information about the show and a link for purchase of tickets is available at www.actI.org or reservations can be made by calling 319-214-0096.