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The end of World War II brought about tremendous change, most notably a massive increase in the population of the United States. The baby boom that followed the war created a generation known for its strong work ethic, resilience and independence.

Known as Baby Boomers, they grew up in a period of prosperity. The American Dream was on proud display. The era created a DIY culture that celebrated self-sufficiency and self-reliance. It鈥檚 a generation that defined for the world terms like latchkey kids, workaholics and lifelong learning.

Every generation gets defined by a series of events and collective experiences that shape how they see the world, how they feel, act, react, relate, communicate and generally respond to the world around them. All of that, in turn, changes the world in which they live.

Understanding the generation you grew up in is helpful to understanding part of the reason why you do the things you do. Understanding the generations that come before us and after us helps us more effectively relate to the rest of the population.

Honestly, don鈥檛 we all feel that the other generations are a bit weird? And in our best moments, we acknowledge the weirdness of our own generation.

Pat Hazell is a comedy writer, playwright and producer, as well as one of the original writers of NBC鈥檚 鈥淪einfeld.鈥� He is also the creator of a fresh and funny salute to Americana, 鈥淭he Wonder Bread Years.鈥�

The show is a fast-paced, hilarious production that gracefully walks the line between standup and theater. Audiences across the country have enjoyed a show that not only restores a much-needed sense of wonder, but leaves audiences laughing and savoring the past like never before.

From sitting at the kids table to riding in the way back of the Country Squire wagon, 鈥淭he Wonder Bread Years鈥� is a comic bullseye for Baby Boomers everywhere.

If you were a latchkey kid, know and love a workaholic or do your best to understand that man who refuses to stop the car and ask for directions, this show will provide insights into the mindset that defines a generation.

Hazell will perform 鈥淭he Wonder Bread Years鈥� at the Capitol Theatre for one night only at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026.

For some added fun, if you care to share some of your own favorite Baby Boomer experiences, the Capitol Theatre is collecting your absolute favorite recipe for the food that defines your best Baby Boomer memories.

If you are not fortunate enough to be a Baby Boomer yourself, you may very well have inherited a family recipe that came from the era.

Submit your recipe to arts@capitoltheatre.org. Please include your name if you’d like to be credited. Submissions must be received by April 13.

Sharing a photo or the story behind your recipe is optional and encouraged.

Submitting your recipe authorizes the Capitol Theatre Committee to print at its own discretion. The "Capitol Theatre Baby Boomer Recipe Book" will be on sale at the event for a nominal price.

Don鈥檛 forget to get your tickets. Bring some friends so we can all learn to get to know each other a little bit better and have some fun along the way.

Tickets are available at or at the box office, 509-853-2787. Don鈥檛 let the Google search fool you. Be sure you are connecting directly with the Capitol Theatre to be certain you are getting the best seats at the best price.