A student-written and directed play about “love, drugs and violence” debuts at Riverland Community College this weekend.

Shane May, whose ambition is to be a playwright, has produced “37 Stitches” from writing the script to the selection of his five-member cast — for characters including a writer, a heroin addict and an ex-wife — to direction of the play.

May said audiences can expect “rapid-fire dialogue and some disturbing content — and some laughs as well.”

This is May’s first full-length production.

“37 Stitches” plays at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday in the Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland Community College.

This production is intended for mature audiences only. The subject matter is appropriate for ages 16 and older. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at Coffee House on Main, the Riverland Box Office or the door. Box Office hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 433-0595.