2015 United Solo Festival Guide

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Welcome to the world of theatre; where a diverse body of artists brings innovative interpretations of the shared currency of human life!

Entering its sixth year, United Solo has come to represent a unique landmark on the New York City theatrical map by offering a selection of one hundred fifty productions from six continents, staged over the course of ten weeks. We unite renowned artists and emerging talents, curate collections of scripts at Indie Theater Now, present an international showcase overseas, fundraise for the Actors Fund, and feature companies returning by popular demand in our special Encore category.

United Solo thrives as the world’s largest solo theatre festival thanks to the commitment of a global family of patrons, artists, business associates, and supporters. I am deeply grateful to them for making it possible again this year!

This Festival guide is an open invitation to a world of exciting stories. Enjoy this world through United Solo.

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Sarah Paulson

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United Solo is proud to present the annual United Solo Special Award, which honors outstanding solo performers. These are artists who create captivating performances outside the Festival. They remind us of the immense power of a singular performer and the possibilities of solo storytelling. This year’s list of nominees for the United Solo Special Award includes: Tom Dugan, Cush Jumbo, James Lecesne, Benjamin Scheuer, and Wanda Sykes.

Previous recipients include: Anna Deavere Smith, Patti LuPone, John Leguizamo, Fiona Shaw, and Billy Crystal.

The winner of the 2015 United Solo Special Award will be announced at the Festival’s Closing Gala on November 22, 2015, held at Theatre Row in New York. More details about the nominees can be found at www.unitedsolo.org/us/uaward-2015.

• Winners are selected by an independent panel of over seventy theatre professionals. • Nominees have been recommended by the United Solo Academy as well as independent theatregoers.

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United Solo, a New York-based festival, brings its most intriguing shows to an overseas showcase at Teatr Syrena, a premier theatre in downtown Warsaw, Poland. United Solo Europe has featured a solo musical produced by Emmy winner Paul Miller and performed by five-time Grammy nominee LynnMarie Rink; a solo piece written by Pedro Almodóvar; a show directed by Austin Pendleton; and a performance created by Regina Advento, a member of Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch. In this international program, performers present their works on stage, and host a variety of workshops for theatre enthusiasts. In 2014, Fiona Shaw, the recipient of the Order of the British Empire and two-time Laurence Olivier Award winner, opened United Solo Europe with remarks on solo theatre and issued an invitation to the United Solo Festival in New York, which she called “the center mecca of solo shows in the world.” Today, we welcome you to the 6th annual United Solo Theatre Festival, an international event that connects people from around the globe.

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7:30 Butoh Medea9:00 THE WONDER

Thu, Sept 17

6:00 An Evening with Aunt Nona7:30 Jazz and Cocktails9:00 Oh My Goddess!

Fri, Sept 18

2:00 It’s About Time4:00 Daddy7:30 The Telegram9:00 Behind the Random Denominator

Sat, Sept 19

2:00 Jellybean4:00 YEAH, THAT… 6:00 WHAT WILL PEOPLE THINK? 7:30 Mark Twain Turns 70

Sun, Sept 20

7:30 In the Storm of Pleasure9:00 WALKING TOWARD…

Thu, Sept 24

6:00 Becoming Harriet Tubman7:30 All Aboard

Fri, Sept 25

2:00 Stuff 4:00 WALKING TOWARD… 6:00 LOUISE IN… 7:30 Perch 9:00 One Funny Mother

Sat, Sept 26

2:00 Angry Conversations…4:00 A Resume For…6:00 TALES FROM… 7:30 WALKING TOWARD…

Sun, Sept 27

7:30 Sweatshop Boogie9:00 Daddy

Thu, Oct 8

6:00 I’mma Do Me7:30 Man’s Dominion

Fri, Oct 9

4:00 Heroine 7:30 Ways We Disappoint Our Parents9:00 Uncle Philip’s Coat

Sat, Oct 10

2:00 The Heart of a Gypsy4:00 YoungGiftedandFAT6:00 Love in Action 7:30 He Left in the Middle

Sun, Oct 11

7:30 Clipping In9:00 BIG DUMMY

Thu, Oct 22

6:00 #Adaire 9:00 The Miracle of Long Johns

Fri, Oct 23

2:00 Typhoon of Tenderness4:00 Kaspar Hauser7:30 The last call.

Sat, Oct 24

2:00 That’s What She…4:00 Diary of a Madman6:00 YESNOMAYBE7:30 Move on the Cha-Cha’s

Sun, Oct 25

7:30 Beneath My Fathers’ Sky9:00 Marília

Thu, Nov 5

6:00 Daggers MacKenzie7:30 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow9:00 VIE

Fri, Nov 6

2:00 DORA AND ME 4:00 It’s Later Than I Think 6:00 SCREAME 7:30 The Buffalo 9:00 Tiananmen Annie

Sat, Nov 7

2:00 Marília4:00 Out of Focus6:00 Susan Tierney7:30 Wolf Red

Sun, Nov 8

7:30 The Man Inside9:00 Auditions, Zoe’s Auditions

Thu, Nov 19

7:30 How to Be a Good Mom…

Fri, Nov 20

2:00 RACHEL CALOF

Sat, Nov 21

2:00 Daddy

Sun, Nov 22

6:00 She Gon’ Learn 7:30 WHAT WILL PEOPLE THINK?9:00 WALKING TOWARD…

Thu, Oct 1

6:00 The Presentation7:30 Race Free

Fri, Oct 2

2:00 Mud Blood Baby4:00 Marilyn-After6:00 A Revolution…7:30 50 Shades of DAY!

Sat, Oct 3

2:00 Sanctuary4:00 Fragmented6:00 La Voix Perdue7:30 Oh Sarah!

Sun, Oct 4

7:30 Do You Know Me?9:00 Some of the Side Effects

Thu, Oct 15

6:00 Upstream Swimming7:30 Chasing Ballerinas9:00 Smoker

Fri, Oct 16

2:00 Letters to Zoey4:00 WALKING TOWARD…6:00 Schachner Vs. Schachner7:30 Inheritance9:00 Hank Leaves Home

Sat, Oct 17

2:00 How to Draw…4:00 Worst.Boyfriend.Ever.6:00 Rite to Exist7:30 Clipping In

Sun, Oct 18

9:00 Rhonda Badonda

Thu, Oct 29

6:00 ROGER 7:30 Pieces of Me9:00 That Wonder Boy

Fri, Oct 30

2:00 That Wonder Boy6:00 La Adelita Americana7:30 In My Own X-Rated…9:00 NO VACANCY

Sat, Oct 31

4:00 Northern Daughter6:00 Finding the Light7:30 Groundwork

Sun, Nov 1

7:30 The Day the Sky Turned Black 9:00 My Insane Shakespeare

Thu, Nov 12

6:00 RED FLAGS7:30 The Unofficial Guide 9:00 How I Brought Peace to the Middle East

Fri, Nov 13

6:00 A Championship Life

Sat, Nov 14

2:00 DIXIE BOY4:00 Mimi’s Suitcase6:00 The Wedding Warrior7:30 RACHEL CALOF

Sun, Nov 15

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7:30 The Biscuiteater

Mon, Sept 21

9:00 The Particulars

Tue, Sept 22

3:30 I am Hope7:30 Broadway Confidential!9:00 3: Black Girl Blues

Wed, Sept 23

6:00 Perch 7:30 YEAH, THAT HAPPENED. 9:00 Doris Day: What Will Be

Mon, Sept 28

7:30 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick 9:00 I AM THE GENTRY

Tue, Sept 29

3:30 oranges7:30 Gravity: A Tragedy9:00 Angry Conversations…

Wed, Sept 30

7:30 YEAH, THAT HAPPENED.9:00 Beyond Words

Mon, Oct 5

7:30 Do You Know Me?

Tue, Oct 6

3:30 Upstream Swimming7:30 It’s Magic Time!9:00 Rhonda Badonda

Wed, Oct 7

7:30 Move on the Cha-Cha’s

Mon, Oct 19

7:30 Recollection of Innocence 9:00 God Is in My Typewriter

Tue, Oct 20

3:30 Work is the Curse of the Drinking Classes 7:30 Jeremiah’s Tuesday 9:00 From a Yardie to…

Wed, Oct 21

6:00 In My Own X-Rated…7:30 It’s Later Than I Think

Mon, Nov 2

7:30 Me, Myself, and Rita9:00 The Good Adoptee

Tue, Nov 3

3:30 3 MEN7:30 Houdini9:00 The Kreutzer Sonata

Wed, Nov 4

7:30 MOTSWANA9:00 RACHEL CALOF

Mon, Nov 16

7:30 Suburban Showgirl9:00 A Little Drama

Tue, Nov 17

3:30 The Mermaid Who Learned How to Fly7:30 Love With Leila9:00 RACHEL CALOF

Wed, Nov 18

6:00 America’s Next Top7:30 Upstream Swimming

Mon, Oct 12

7:30 THE COCKWHISPERER 9:00 Funnel Cake Flowers & The Urban Chameleons

Tue, Oct 13

3:30 FOOD7:30 PANSY9:00 I AM ENOUGH

Wed, Oct 14

6:00 Move on the Cha-Cha’s7:30 Clipping In 9:00 The Woman Who Was Me

Mon, Oct 26

7:30 Clytemnestra or the Crime9:00 Catalpa

Tue, Oct 27

3:30 Born MYdentity7:30 Generic Magic Realism9:00 Erect but Unstable

Wed, Oct 28

9:00 Burnt at the Steak

Mon, Nov 9

7:30 The Day the Sky Turned Black9:00 Namely Muscles

Tue, Nov 10

3:30 Panther Hollow7:30 Waiting for What?9:00 BRIGHT SWORDS

Wed, Nov 11


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#AdaireFri., Oct. 23 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Adaire Kamen, Texas. About: Dysfunctional. Awkward. Addicted to the internet. This semi-autobiographical play invites you into the world of a semi-neurotic girl as we meet her and characters like “creepy little girl,” “The Stalker,” and “Myspace girl.” Follow #Adaire through the web of adolescence as she gains confidence, learns to be liked, meets a few boyz (finally), and finds her voice. Photo by Keenan Hurley and Garrett Kim. (60 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded Dick: A Dirk Darrow InvestigationTue., Sep. 29 at 7:30pm

Performed by Tim Motley, Australia. About: Winner of 5 Best of Fest Awards. ****&1/2 “A tour de force” – London Free Press. ****&1/2 “An excellent show” – Edmonton Journal. More murder! More explosions! More hyperbole! More punctuation!!!!!! It’s Australia’s favorite bumbling psychic detective. Comedy, mindreading, storytelling, and gritty 1930s noir. Think Boardwalk Empire meets Naked Gun meets Penn & Teller. Based on a story by Dashiell Hammett. Playwright: Tim Motley. Photo by James Pendlidis. (60 min.) Comedy, storytelling, stand-up, magic. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, noir or magic fans.

3: Black Girl BluesWed., Sep. 23 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Danielle Mone` Truitt,* California. About: Danielle Mone` Truitt takes us on an ironic, funny, painful and realistic journey through the lives of three women filled with complex growth and heart shattering change. Meet Keisha, Jill, and Stephanie. Old friends with new lives that find each other again and discover the secrets and deception they have hidden from one another…and worst of all, from themselves. Playwright & Director: Anthony D`Juan.* Photo by Lewis Payton. (75 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, movement, music. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

3 MENWed., Nov. 4 at 3:30pm

Performed by Mike Folie, New York. About: Playwright/speechwriter Mike Folie inhabits two worlds: the theatre, and the high-powered world of corporate CEOs. Is he a playwright pretending to be a businessman, or a businessman pretending to be a playwright? His encounters with three charismatic, successful men show him there are many paths to a successful life. Director: Frank Licato.* Photo by Yvonne Marchese. (75 min.) Storytelling. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, lawyers, NYC magazine industry.

50 Shades of DAY!Sat., Oct. 3 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Sylvia Day, Switzerland. About: We’re all addicted to something – drugs, work, technology, sex. Sylvia Day brings her many shades to the stage in this hilarious, thought-provoking look at the crazy times we live in. A variety show of songs, improv, and sketch comedy featuring celebrity impersonations and original characters. See why Second City calls Sylvia “one talented lady”! Director: Sylvia Day. Photo by Howard Brundrett. (60 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

All AboardFri., Sep. 25 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Tulis McCall,* New York. About: “All Aboard - A Woman of a Certain Age Sticks Her Finger Into the Light Socket of the Universe and Invites You to Hold Hands.” Tulis McCall is a Woman of a Certain Age. She is a wizard who believes in laughing loud and crying louder. In this extraordinary evening, you will step on board McCall’s private touring coach for a new point of view. From the Grand Canyon to the most private of matters. McCall’s range is vast, and her aim is true. Photo by Colman Domingo. (40 min.) Drama, comedy, stand-up. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, women of a certain age.


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Angry Conversations With GodSun., Sep. 27 at 2:00pm Wed., Sep. 30 at 9:00pm

Performed by Susan E Isaacs, California. About: When Susan finds herself jobless, loveless, and 40, a “churchy” friend tells her God is her husband. So Susan takes God to marriage counseling. Casting God as a deadbeat spouse and recounting her crazy ride on the Jesus Bus, she discovers that the god in her head is an impostor. Will she stay, for better or worse? Director: Matthew Corozine. (80 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, ex-churched.

America’s Next TopMon., Oct. 12 at 6:00pm

Performed by Julie Novak, New York. About: “America’s Next Top: One Top’s Hysterical Take on Life Love Tools and Boxes.” A hilarious, groundbreaking show that celebrates gender variance and offers keen insight into the politics of queerness and everything in between. Julie Novak celebrates coming to terms with being a “sir, ma’am, sir,” showcasing her skills as a comedian, singer, impersonator, and all-around dynamic performer. Laugh-out-loud funny – a magnetic, comedic powerhouse. Director: Eva Tenuto. Playwrights: Julie Novak and Eva Tenuto. Stage Manager: Erica Pivko. Sound: Becca Clinger. Slides: Sarah Taylor. Lights: Eric Kwak. (55 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Auditions, Zoe’s AuditionsThu., Nov. 19 at 9:00pm

Performed by Suzanna Geraghty,* Ireland. About: Featured on the BBC. The auditioning adventures of loveable underdog Zoe, who dreams of landing an acting job. Her over-the-hill agent sends her on a spree of odd auditions ranging from Riverdance to Spiderman to being shot out of a cannon in a touring circus. Getting farther from her dream, Zoe just might be getting closer to herself…An uplifting tale of self-realization. To quote Oscar Wilde, “Be yourself, everyone else is taken.” Acting Coach: Stephen Jobes. Movement Consultant: Andy Crook. Photo by Ros Kavanagh. (70 min.) Drama, comedy, movement. Recommended for: all audiences.

Becoming Harriet TubmanFri., Sep. 25 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Natalie Daise, South Carolina. About: The coming-of-age of little Araminta Ross as she becomes the iconic heroine Harriet Tubman. Five characters depict the events that shaped Harriet into the woman she became. Coded message songs and a haunting melody by Kim and Reggie Harris add texture to her unique and uplifting story. Director: JW Rone. Guitarist: Denise Rice. Composer: Kim & Reggie Harris. Photo by Bob Sofaly. (60 min.) Storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

Behind the Random DenominatorSat., Sep. 19 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Mart Sander, Estonia. About: A nerve-racking horror story, which uses minimalist means to draw the viewer deeper into the maze of fear and mistakes with every unexpected twist. An alcoholic writer is beginning to receive bizarre phone calls on a stormy night. Is the player being played — but by whom? Director: Mart Sander. (75 min.) Drama, multi-media, horror. Recommended for: all audiences.

Beneath My Fathers’ SkyThu., Nov. 5 at 7:30pm

Performed by Zara Phillips, United Kingdom. About: After her adoptive mother dies and leaves her to care for an adoptive father who was never there for her, Zara takes a dreamlike journey that brings her face-to-face with the biological father she’s always longed to know and the sister who was never born. Zara’s music moves the story along in this poignant and funny piece. Best Direction Award, United Solo 2013. Directors: Eliza Roberts and Eric Roberts. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, music, performance art. Recommended for: all audiences.


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Beyond WordsMon., Oct. 5 at 9:00pm

Performed by Bill Bowers,* New York. About: An award-winning combination of Mime, Music, and Monologue that takes us on the journey from Boyhood to Manhood, set against the back drop of small town America. Bill Bowers continues his ongoing investigation of Silence in our Culture. “Bowers effortlessly brings us to laughter and tears, often at the same time.” – New York Post. Developed with & Directed by: Scott Illingworth. Sound Design: David Margolin Lawson. Costume Design: Michael Growler. Production Coordinator: Laura Lindsay.* Photo by Benjamin Heller. (70 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, movement, mime. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community, mime and physical theatre, gender studies.

BIG DUMMYThu., Oct. 22 at 9:00pm

Performed by Mary Dimino, New York. About: Bright child. Simple father. Best friends until she outgrows him by age eleven. Realizing Dad’s brilliant. As is. Come, simplify yourself! FringeNYC Outstanding Solo Show Award Winner, Mary Dimino. “Excellent!” –nyheatre.com. “Among the best–written, most humane shows. Perfect script, an extraordinary achievement.” – Hy Bender. “Remarkable” – PXP Magazine. “Exceptional” – Theatre Reviews Limited. “Dimino is a natural.” –Wall Street Journal. Director: Christine Renee Miller. (77 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

The BiscuiteaterMon., Sep. 21 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Jim Loucks, California. About: Jim Loucks returns to United Solo with his new rollicking, heartfelt solo performance based loosely on his childhood, in his Southern storytelling style with songs and humor. Granddaddy was his hero, a big man with a bigger personality, haunted by demons from his days as Chief of Police. A moving tribute to an imperfect hero. Director: Lisa Chess. Producer: Deb Loucks. Photo by Kenneth Gall. (65 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

Born MYdentityWed., Oct. 28 at 3:30pm

Written and Performed by Mary Jo Verruto McBride, New York. About: A one-woman show/identity crisis about the protective parts of one’s personality that conceal the true self behind other personae to survive trauma. Part storytelling, part solo performance, part cabaret, part confessional, and entirely endearing. Director: Jennifer Tuttle.* Stage Manager: Natalie Marmol. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, music. Recommended for: adults.

BRIGHT SWORDSWed., Nov. 11 at 9:00pm

Performed by Ryan Vincent Anderson,* New York. About: The inspiring true story of an African-American actor who left New York in the 1820s to escape racial hatred, and became the first black man ever to play Othello in London. He became famous throughout Europe for playing Shakespeare’s greatest roles, black or white. Director: Jeffrey Wienckowski. Playwright: Rick Creese. (65 min.) Drama, storytelling. Recommended for: theatre community, ethnic community (African American).

Broadway Confidential!Wed., Sep. 23 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Jack Mauro, New York. About: One man’s smoldering account of boyishly stumbling through a world long gone. 1970s New York City, just as seedy and fascinating as the legends hold, is revived through the brave–or exhibitionistic—recreation of his experience as a dreamer, a fool, a busboy, and a stripper. Sort of. (45 min.) Storytelling, performance art. Recommended for: all audiences.

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The BuffaloSat., Nov. 7 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Anthony Sneed, New York. About: Based on a true story. After moving for the sixth time, Anthony is desperate to fit in at his new school. So he does what any 14-year-old boy would do: he brings in a gun. Sent to live with his born-again uncle in Missouri, he realizes that fitting in could mean joining a cult. Director: Armando Merlo. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Cherokee).

Burnt at the SteakMon., Nov. 9 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Carolann Valentino, New York. About: 10-time award winning one-woman musical. 18 hilarious characters portrayed through song, dance, comedy, and audience improv. Her sizzling stories of managing a multimillion-dollar steakhouse in NYC will leave you inspired and hungry for more! 2014 United Solo sold–out hit! “Hysterical” – Broadway World. “Example of how great a solo show can truly be!” –Denver Post. *****–Vue Weekly. *****–Calgary Sun. ****–The Herald. (90 min.) Comedy, storytelling, musical. Recommended for: adults.

Butoh MedeaThu., Sep. 17 at 7:30pm

Performed by Yokko, Japan. About: Using the Japanese dance form Butoh and an adapted text, Yokko brings the spirit of Medea to life. This fusion of Eastern dance and Western drama puts the audience inside Medea’s dark and desperate struggle. Trapped in the underworld, she is forever cursed to relive her tragic journey through love, hate, and ultimate loss. Director: Brian Rhinehart.*/** Text & Adaptation: Sean Michael Welch. Lighting Design: Derek Van Heel. Costume Design: Deepsikha Chatterjee. Co-Choreographer: Jordan Rosin. Photo by Vanessa Teran. (60 min.) Drama, tragedy, storytelling, dance, movement, classic. Recommended for: theatre community, butoh community, ethnic community (Japanese).

CatalpaTue., Oct. 27 at 9:00pm

Performed by Joseph Freeman, Georgia. About: After bombing his first Hollywood pitch, an aspiring screenwriter returns to his apartment defeated. In a final act of desperation, he reenacts his entire screenplay to an empty room. It’s an 18th century prison break spanning two continents and an ocean, featuring dozens of characters (and wildlife). The story of a young artist fighting to keep his voice. Playwright: Donal O’Kelly. Director: Alexander Neher. Stage Manager: Emily Scott Simpson. Composer: Patrick Greeley. Producer: Nate Kamiya. (75 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, film enthusiasts.

Chasing Ballerinas: A Coming of Gay StoryFri., Oct. 16 at 7:30pm

Performed by Quinn Marcus, California. About: After sold-out runs in Boston and New Orleans, MTV’s Quinn Marcus brings her hilariously heartfelt monologue about coming out as gay to NYC. Don’t miss the host of MTVU’s Quinnterviews and the only gay comedienne of MTV’s hit show, Girl Code bring her unique voice to the stage. Director: Alex Ates. Photo by Tripp Clemens. (50 min.) Comedy, storytelling, stand-up. Recommended for: all audiences.

A Championship LifeSat., Nov. 14 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Stephen Bastien, Rhode Island. About: Inspired by a song of reconciliation he wrote for his mother and based on actual events from being institutionalized at 11, expelled from school at 16 for refusing to let a priest molest him, then kicked out of his home one week later, Stephen combines original songs, humor and his inner voice to overcome all obstacles, except one: Pride. Director: Mary Renard Liss. (65 min.) Drama, comedy, tragedy, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

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Clipping InSun., Oct. 18 at 7:30pm Thu., Oct. 22 at 7:30pm Mon., Oct. 26 at 7:30pm

Performed by Terrence S. Gray, New York. About: An improbable, sometimes difficult, and altogether hilarious journey about self-discovery and finding community in the format of a 60-minute group exercise class. After getting fired from Wall Street, our hero finds a new home and community, while losing weight and inhibitions, and finding a little rhythm along the way. The story is performed while doing Zumba moves and riding a Soul Cycle bike. (60 min.) Comedy, storytelling, movement, music. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

THE COCKWHISPERER… A Love StoryTue., Oct. 13 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Colette Kendall, Canada. About: “Get past the title, this show should not be missed!” – Theatre in London. 3-time Canadian Comedy Award-nominated performer. The story of one woman’s quest to find the love and the penis of her dreams. A phallic journey both humorous and dark. ***** Edmonton Sun. 4/4 – The Beat. “Hilarious and haunting” – Edmonton Journal. “Both funny and striking” – The Vue. Stage Manager: Keith Toms. Photo by Kevin Thom. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Clytemnestra or the CrimeTue., Oct. 27 at 7:30pm

Performed by Martha Tompoulidou, Greece. About: “Of all our games, love’s play is the only one which threatens to unsettle the soul…” The play is a modern adaptation of the classical myth of Clytemnestra. It is her apology in front of the jury, after she committed the murder of her husband, Agamemnon. Clytemnestra is staged as a woman in love who was betrayed. Her story is developed in a non-linear narration with theatrical and cinematic effects. Director: Christos Godas. Light Operator: Theodoros Lygidakis. (45 min.) Drama, storytelling, music, multi-media. Recommended for: adults, theatre community.

DaddySat., Sep. 19 at 4:00pm Thu., Oct. 8 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Joe Gulla, New York. About: In the tradition of legendary monologist Spalding Gray, Actor/Playwright Joe Gulla sits alone at a table…notebook and bottle of water at the ready! “Daddy” is the final part of Joe Gulla’s popular “Bronx Queen Trilogy.” Gulla’s latest picks up where “The Bronx Queen” (United Solo Festival Winner: Best Comedic Script 2012, Most Popular Show 2013) and “Faggy at 50” (United Solo Festival Winner: Best One Man Show 2014) left off. Director: Brian Rardin. (75 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

Daggers MacKenzieFri., Nov. 6 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Melissa A. Kaplan, California. About: Knife juggler Emma “Daggers” MacKenzie is on the lam. Blowing her cover, she shares the story of how she became an infamous performer, and why she ran away from the circus she called home. A musical featuring carnival thrills, a wildly seductive madam, and a lot of dangerous things in the air. Director: Stephanie Abrams. Recording & Mixing: Michael Eisenstein. Photo by Ana Yazdi and Dante Silliman. (50 min.) Musical, performance art. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

The Day the Sky Turned BlackTue., Nov. 10 at 7:30pm Thu., Nov. 12 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Ali Kennedy Scott, Australia. About: Black Saturday 2009. Australia is ravaged by firestorms releasing the energy of 1500 atomic bombs. Five characters tell their poignant stories of survival and begin the journey to rebuild their lives. Inspired by interviews with survivors, journalists, and arson experts. A story of courage, humor amidst adversity, and hope. “Enthralling” THE NEW YORK TIMES. WINNER: Sydney Fringe People’s Choice. www.thedaytheskyturnedblack.com Original production director: Adrian Barnes. Photo by Michael Corridore. (55 min.) Drama. Recommended for: all audiences.

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Diary of a MadmanSun., Oct. 25 at 4:00pm

Performed by Ilia Volok, California. About: A story of a low-ranking civil servant, who yearns to be noticed by a beautiful woman, with whom he has fallen in love. As his madness deepens, he begins to believe himself to be the heir to the throne of Spain… “a performance by Volok that is so riveting that as his insanity escalates, he maintains a powerful core that never dissipates!”—Examiner.com. “Remarkable!”—LA Weekly. Best Solo Performance, 2013 LA Weekly Theater Awards. Director: Eugene Lazarev. Photo by Rochelle Perry. (70 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community.

DIXIE BOY FIREWORKSSun., Nov. 15 at 2:00pm

Performed by Byron Loyd,* Tennessee. About: Alabama/Tennessee state line in the mid-1960s, right when the draft was reinstated for the Vietnam War. Dennis Massey, a self-appointed multi-tasker and cultural maven, introduces us to characters as diverse as a flamboyant draft dodger to a belligerent (though hapless) Klansman. Act One culminates in a disastrous (and fiery) wedding. In Act Two the townsmen are swept up in preparations for a backwoods production of Puccini’s “Turandot” which despite kind words from a visiting national celebrity can only be seen as an operatic fiasco al fresco. Playwrights: Byron Loyd and Susan Morse. Director: Mark Finley.* Sound Design: Morry Campbell. (80 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

Do You Know Me?Tue., Oct. 6 at 7:30pm Thu., Oct. 15 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Mina Samuels, New York. About: “Life without memory is no life at all…our memory is our coherence, our reason, our feeling, even our action. Without it, we are nothing” —Luis Buñuel. A woman is trying to take her daughter to school, but she has lost her short-term memory. Mired in the past, she struggles to recall who she is. Director: Lisa Chess.* (65 min.) Drama. Recommended for: all audiences.

Don’t Cry for Me Banks of Wall StreetFri., Nov. 20 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Clyde Engle, Hawaii. About: Don’t Cry for Me Banks of Wall Street is the story of an ambitious, young college student whose heart and mind tell him different things. He interns at a major NYC investment bank and quickly realizes he must be an actor. Sound Design & Set Design: Robert Hefferon. Lighting Design: Kimberly Golding. Creative Consultant & Collaborator: Fatima Anaza. (60 min.) Comedy, musical. Recommended for: all audiences.

DORA AND ME/ YO SOY DORASat., Nov. 7 at 2:00pm

Performed by Amy Urbina,* California. About: Dora Valverde is a screwball Los Angelina actress trying to tell the true story of the great 18th century comedienne Dora Jordan, but she can’t help digressing to her own outlandish experiences. Luckily, the spirit of Ms. Jordan appears onstage to help her focus. Their stories are the same: for women, comedy is freedom. Director: Lexi Lee. Playwright: Rick Creese. (70 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, ethnic community (Hispanic).

Doris Day: What Will BeMon., Sep. 28 at 9:00pm

Performed by Arielle Haller-Silverstone, New York. About: A new version is here! It’s 1960, and Doris Day rushes home to Beverly Hills to prepare a dinner party. With Rock Hudson to lend moral support, and legendary guests en route, everything goes as planned until the plan unravels. Have a seat at the dinner table and uncover the secrets and scandals behind America’s favorite bubbly, blue-eyed sweetheart. Director: David Wells. Stage Manager: Ian Kevin Scott.* Assistant Stage Manager: Sheree Abate. Producer: Gabrielle Berberich. Script Consultant: Jessica Corn. Photo by John Johnson. (75 min.) Drama, comedy, music. Recommended for: all audiences.


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Erect but UnstableWed., Oct. 28 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by John Arthur Sweet, Canada. About: A comedic monologue about gay love and relationships. A hit at the 2014 Prague Fringe. A journey through Montreal’s Gay Village, with detours into science, religion and psychiatry, in search of illumination about sex and attraction. “Sweet’s ability to let us experience some of his uncomfortable situations through an absurdist perspective is wonderful” – Prague Post. Photo by Nora Grace. (65 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults, LGBTQ community.

An Evening with Aunt NonaFri., Sep. 18 at 6:00pm

Performed by Anna Carol, Florida. About: Share a dressing room with Aunt Nona before she makes her Midwestern debut on the Great White Way…in Fargo, North Dakota. Through standup, improv, and storytelling, she joyfully recounts her idiosyncratic world of true fears, jingle writing, cookies and bars, gay nephews, drag queens, meat raffles, and lady locker rooms. Director: Joshua Chase Gold. Stage Manager: Karlyn Muzik. (60 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Finding the LightSun., Nov. 1 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Lisa Hayes,*/*** Maryland. About: With a family history haunted by the Holocaust, Pulitzer-Prize winning photographer Marissa Roth traveled the world documenting the impact of war on women from Cambodia to Bosnia, Vietnam to Germany. Using photographs from Roth’s exhibit “One Person Crying: Women and War,” Lisa Hayes portrays Roth, sharing stories of the courage and resilience of ordinary women surviving extraordinary challenges. Director: Kathryn Chase Bryer.* Technical Design: Theodore L. Manekin. (50 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

FOODWed., Oct. 14 at 3:30pm

Written and Performed by Rhonda Khan, New York. About: A rhythmic tale of one woman’s addiction to food amidst societal pressures to be thin. Family, therapists, healers and gurus weigh in and diagnose her as she spits her truth about weight loss, gain, and healing. Hip-hop lyrics, monologue, spoken word and storytelling take audiences on one delicious journey. Photo by Zubaer Khan. (40 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, poetry, music. Recommended for: ethnic community (African American).

FragmentedSun., Oct. 4 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Jack Sundmacher,* California. About: On his way to the fertility clinic, Jack stops at Starbucks where he has a heart to heart with his sperm about whether he wants to be a father. He talks about Scientology, internet dating, his desire to live in the “now,” how to properly pick up poop, and most importantly, his profound fear of taking caring of someone. Producer: Dee Ann Newkirk.* (60 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

From a Yardie to a YankeeWed., Oct. 21 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Sardia Robinson, Jamaica. About: One young Jamaican girl’s compelling story of growing up in a crime ridden war torn neighborhood where she literally had to step over dead bodies and live with the fear of being raped on her way to school everyday. The story of how she survived, and emigrated to America is inspiring. From a Yardie to a Yankee is a tale everyone can identify with. Director: Gregory Marquette.*** (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, ethnic community (Caribbean).


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Funnel Cake Flowers & The Urban ChameleonsTue., Oct. 13 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by HaJ, Georgia. About: A multimedia, interactive, live stage show that satirically unveils how people of color chameleon between white corporate America and their kinky hair handling, curry spice eating, hip gyrating and sometimes even tip-toeing up the courthouse steps in Manolo Blahniks to bail cousin Pookie out of jail. America…because it’s complicated! Director: Ayoka Chenzira. Photo by Fabian Williams. (90 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

Generic Magic RealismWed., Oct. 28 at 7:30pm

Performed by Nat Cassidy,* New York. About: What happens when the magical world of an average South American is transplanted to the less magical north? Join Octavio as he discovers poetry, satire, love, birds, chocolate, hippies, and explosives on his journey from the Andes to San Francisco during the fragrant 1960s. A loving tribute to a literary genre. Director: DeLisa White. Playwright: Ed Malin. Stage Manager: Lauren Arneson. Photo by Kristina Leath-Malin. (60 min.) Drama. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

God Is in My TypewriterTue., Oct. 20 at 9:00pm

Performed by Anna-Mari Laulumaa, Finland. About: Based on Anne Sexton’s poems, letters and life story. “Sexton’s poetry is notoriously confessional; she wrote about her personal life with brutal, heartfelt honesty. Laulumaa does the same, giving a highly physical performance straight from the gut. Inspired by Butoh dance, she alternates agonizing stillness with raw, primal energy. Through movement, we witness Sexton’s inner self: a scared, fragile child encountering womanhood with confusion and bravery.” **** – Broadwaybaby. “I think you get to the heart of my mother. She would be very happy could she see the way that you are carrying on her work.” – Linda Gray Sexton. Director: Anna-Mari Laulumaa. Co-director and Butoh coach: Vangeline. Original text: Anne Sexton. Adaptation: Anna-Mari Laulumaa. Stage Manager: Jeff Davolt. Photo by Guido Venitucci. (65 min.) Drama, tragedy, movement. Recommended for: adults.

The Good AdopteeTue., Nov. 3 at 9:00pm

Performed by Anna Bridgforth, New York. About: Award-winning playwright Suzanne Bachner’s lifelong search for the truth of her origins. Once she opens Pandora’s Box, can she find a way to integrate her dual identities and still remain the Good Adoptee? Broadway World raved about Bachner & Bridgforth’s past collaboration: “A roller-coaster ride…superb…deft and fearless…the future of theatre!” Playwright & Director: Suzanne Bachner.*** Dramaturg: Bob Brader.*** Graphic Design: Michael Koch. (90 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults, Jewish Community, Theatre Community, Adoption Community.

Gravity: A TragedyWed., Sep. 30 at 7:30pm

Performed by Chilko Tivy, Canada. About: The Queen of the Universe is in love with Gravity – but it keeps bringing her down… to Earth. Her hopes of restoring Paradise are dashed as Gravity pulls her down, through levels of society, into the gutter and the abusive depths of an inescapable attraction. Rhapsodic, daring musical with humor, antics, and attitude all the way down. Director: Jesse Stong. Set Design & Project Manager: Adam Polstein. Design: Anais West. Photo by Krysteena Demarco. (55 min.) Musical. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community.

GroundworkSun., Nov. 1 at 7:30pm

Performed by Mike Ostroski,* California. About: “Grow a garden.” The idea hits Paul like a meteor – and he’s off! He reads the books, sows the seeds, and before his first tomatoes ripen, embarks on a crusade to save the planet, one precious seedling at a time. Saving himself, however, will prove the harder battle. Co-Playwrights: Derek Davidson* and Mike Ostroski.* Director: Derek Davidson.* Stage Manager: Erin Mizer. Sound Design: Matthew Nielson. Producer: Karen Sabo.* Photo by David Zaugh. (65 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: theatre community, environmentalists, gardeners.


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Hank Leaves HomeSat., Oct. 17 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Erik Heger,* New York. About: Hank is a homeless, harp-playing tramp obsessed with Shahrukh Khan, spaghetti westerns, and the lady in the front row. Featuring harp music and physical comedy, it’s the most important theatrical event to take place on planet earth since October 28th, 1958. It will change your life... mostly for the better. Director: Leslie Felbain. (90 min.) Comedy, tragedy, storytelling, improv, music, concert, multi-media. Recommended for: all audiences.

He Left in the Middle of the NightSun., Oct. 11 at 7:30pm

Performed by Sandy Simona, New York. About: Misha Levitan was taken away in the middle of the night from his home in Lvov, Ukraine. He, like many citizens, was sent to a jail-like camp, prison time sentence was unknown, in an undisclosed territory. Leaving his twenty-eight year old wife, Lina, behind — with two sons for what would be most of her life. Misha is a grandfather I never met. He is from the history blood pool that created me. A mysterious man, in photographs, with kind, dark eyes, beaming from his soul. Secret, hidden, unknown. Director: Marina McClure. Lighting Design: Shelly Rodriguez. Photo by Sandy Simona. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, tragedy, storytelling, dance, movement, poetry, music, puppetry, magic, multi-media. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, Eastern Europeans, Latino/Hispanic, Jewish, immigrant community.

The Heart of a Gypsy TroubadourSun., Oct. 11 at 2:00pm

Performed by Richard Byford, United Kingdom. About: Richard Byford, actor, singer, and songwriter has distilled his many adventures across Europe and America, his battle with cancer, and the motley crew of characters he has encountered over the years into a solo performance like no other. His original songs are a highlight of this heartfelt and very personal look at a life well-lived. Director: Lindsay Wagner. (78 min.) Storytelling, poetry, music. Recommended for: all audiences.

HeroineSat., Oct. 10 at 4:00pm

Performed by Mary Jane Wells, United Kingdom. About: It takes grit to be the only woman in the entire platoon. It takes courage to lead your squad into combat, when your assailant is within. And it takes heroism to finally talk about it. Speaking out for the first time feels like the most dangerous way to come home. Based on a true story. This show contains triggers. Director: Susan Worsfold. Story: Danna Davis. Photo by Hayley Williams and Karen Kiefer. (100 min.) Drama, storytelling, puppetry. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

HoudiniWed., Nov. 4 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Tom Frueh***, New York. About: Follow the legendary magician and escape artist Harry Houdini as he embarks on his farewell tour, unnerved by a premonition that he may never return home. Time–travel to some of the momentous events in his life, including his “naked escape” from a Washington, D.C. jail, his painful confrontation with spiritualism – and the greatest challenge he would ever face. Music Director & Accompanist: Christopher Piro. Photo by Johan Renvall. (60 min.) Musical. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

How I Brought Peace to the Middle East: A tragicomedyFri., Nov. 13 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by David Kaye, Vermont. About: David Kaye is a man on a mission. In 2011 he packed up his wife and two young daughters and headed to Israel intent on achieving the unachievable: Peace in the Middle East. With rockets flying and his family kvetching, you will see the true story of a man’s optimism put to the ultimate test. Kaye will take you along his many misadventures from Vermont to the Holy Land. Director: Jeffery Kinghorn.* Producer: Stephanie Nuggent.* (90 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.


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How to Be a Good Mom…When You’ve Got a Schizophrenic Mother for a Role ModelFri., Nov. 20 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Pamela Meek, Maryland. About: In this witty, funny and dramatic tale, Pamela Meek provides answers: Will she be schizo like her Mom? Yikes! Marry and have a child? If she did, would she do unto her kid as was done unto her? What if her child becomes schizo? Whoa! Can she forgive her mother? “Riveting,” “Powerful, “A story of courage, persistence, strength and love.” Director: Lynnie Raybuck.* (47 min.) Comedy, tragedy, storytelling, performance art. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, parents, mental health professionals.

How to Draw a Nekkid ManSun., Oct. 18 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Tricia Rose Burt, New Hampshire. About: Burt – a frequent guest storyteller with The Moth – chronicles her bumpy, fascinating trip from Southern belle to contemporary artist, while battling social propriety and corporate America. Along the way she captures a nekkid man’s essence, finds compassion for a homewrecker named Pigface, and is stalked by God. (2011 FringeNYC Encore Series as I Will Be Good.) Director: Mia Rovegno. Photo by Liz Linder. (85 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, Southerners, women, artists.

I AM ENOUGHWed., Oct. 14 at 9:00pm

Performed by Pandora Scooter, New Jersey. About: Come see what thousands of youth across the nation have been lucky enough to see, an honest, unsentimental, powerful look at suicide. “I AM ENOUGH” written and performed by spoken word rock star Pandora Scooter follows the story of Pan as she struggles with rejection from her parents and friends for being different and being gay. Eventually attempting suicide and ending up in a mental hospital, where she figures out she wants to live, thrive, and that she is enough. Director: Cedric Hill.** Stage Manager: Danielle Cooper. (70 min.) Poetry. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

I am HopeWed., Sep. 23 at 3:30pm

Written and Performed by Mia Raye Smith, New York. About: Mia can be anybody she wants to be without a drink in her hand. Her soul is as old as Detroit’s Motown records. Mia was revving up to travel the world, until it became the size of her studio apartment. Can she overcome her biggest fear that grandpa can’t help her shake? Director: Mary Catherine Donnelly.* (60 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, mental health community.

I AM THE GENTRYTue., Sep. 29 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Cara Gabriel, Maryland. About: A witty, unabashedly honest performance that traces one woman’s life as she recognizes her role in the gentrification of her Washington, D.C. neighborhood. A hilarious, provocative deconstruction of racial and socioeconomic stereotypes that shrewdly explores the nature of community in a transitional neighborhood. Cara Gabriel implicates herself as an agent of change, for better or worse. Director: Katie Ryan. Associate Director: Chelsea Thaler. (90 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community ethnic community (African American, Hispanic).

I’mma Do MeFri., Oct. 9 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by April Dae Rochon, Michigan. About: It’s big, it’s bad, it’s ugly, and it’s generally ignored – poverty in America. This comedic drama follows one girl on her rise from poverty, confronting her self-preservation mentality along the way. With colorful characters and lively dialogue, it explores the humor, heartache, and just who’s responsible for addressing America’s social crisis. Technical Director: Lumumba Reynolds. Stage Manager: Olivia Hartle. Production Manager: Stephen Sawyers. Marketing Director: Christen Rochon. Photo by Samir Abady. (47 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, improv, musical, multi-media. Recommended for: all audiences.


In My Own X-Rated WordsSat., Oct. 31 at 7:30pm Mon., Nov. 2 at 6:00pm

Performed by Pam Levin, California. About: Think Sarah Silverman mixed with Chelsea Handler and a splash of Andrew Dice Clay. Coming from a SOLD OUT 10 week run in Los Angeles. Pam Levin performs Fredde Duke’s hilariously raunchy, autobiographical story that recounts her sexual escapades in the 1970s. From her public lawn schtup, to being totally desensitized by the overuse of her Hitachi vibrator. Playwright & Director: Fredrica Duke. (65 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults, theatre community.

In the Storm of PleasureThu., Sep. 24 at 7:30pm

Performed by Daniel Benhamu, New York. About: An autobiographical solo performance that tells the story of an uncomfortable journey to emotional awakening through a lifetime of unfortunate sexual experiences. Director: Zisan Ugurlu. Stage Manager: Lisa Brenner. (45 min.) Drama, Comedy, Tragedy, Storytelling, Movement. Recommended for: ethnic community (Hispanic).

InheritanceSat., Oct. 17 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Jessica Wanamaker, New York. About: An exploration of four generations of women and how each generation’s choices impact the next. One woman’s choices repeat in the life of her great granddaughter — how does she break the cycle? Director: Brad Raimondo. Stage Manager: Thomas Preece. (45 min.) Drama, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, ethnic community (Irish), women.

It’s About TimeSat., Sep. 19 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Steve Belanger, New York. About: From his ill-timed birth, through his awkward adolescent phase, to a series of disastrous jobs, Steve has survived decades of bad timing. He even endured a comically calamitous career at the world’s most notorious magazine. Despite a lifetime of miserable miscues, this tale has a happy ending. Director: Richard Kline.* Photo by Timothy Devine. (75 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults.

It’s Later Than I ThinkMon., Nov. 2 at 7:30pm Sat., Nov. 7 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Shaun O’Hagan, New York. About: A story about a good son giving up a great parking spot to drive to an event in Brooklyn for his father. Along the way he meets an ex-girlfriend, a former bully and five NYC Mayors. He also discovers the meaning of life, unlocks the secrets of the universe and beer! Lighting Design: Graig Guggenheim. Photo by Kevin Parise. (50 min.) Storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

It’s Magic Time!Wed., Oct. 7 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Andrew Trimmer, Ohio. About: Come take a journey and experience amazement, wonder, excitement… and spaghetti and meatballs that are truly to die for. Oh, and there’ll be some magic tri… illusions too! Explore the story of a young, hopeful magician and his struggle with balancing the dream of becoming the best illusionist since Jean Provost and brutal realities of life. Director: Shilarna Stokes. Movement Specialist: Jeanine Thompson. (30 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, magic. Recommended for: all audiences.

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Jazz and CocktailsFri., Sep. 18 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Kristin Roderick, New York. About: Through alcohol-themed jazz standards, we chronicle the romantic highs and lows of our writer/performer. Boozy jazz songs, stories of creepy Casanovas and drunken mishaps converge for the perfect cocktail of comedy and cabaret. Come join us for a night that will leave you shaken and stirred with laughter. Director: Justin Stoney.* (60 min.) Musical. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

JellybeanSun., Sep. 20 at 2:00pm

Performed by Lee Harrington,* Arkansas. About: Please join Lee as she chronicles her time growing up in and around the Natural State of Arkansas as she explored sewing machines, flutes, cancer treatment centers, Bill Clinton, and doggie doors. Through a learned sense of humor, she recounts the hilarious, bizarre and sometimes painful memories of what it was like growing up with Jellybean. Director: Daniel Jenkins.* Stage Manager: Dylan Wallach.* Photo by Dirty Sugar Photography. (75 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

Jeremiah’s TuesdayWed., Oct. 21 at 7:30pm

Performed by Steven Kennedy, Australia. About: Power corrupts. This postmodern, poetic, black grotesque monodrama explores dictatorship with metaphysical satire. Creator of his own political, social, military and religious system, Jeremiah’s international “totalitarian democracy” has crumbled and he is in hiding, post-revolution. He patiently awaits his executioners as the entire planet floods. Director & Playwright: Stefan Mrowinski. Sound Design: Matt Blackwell. (60 min.) Drama, tragedy. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Kaspar Hauser: The Open Secret of the Foundling PrinceSat., Oct. 24 at 4:00pm

Performed by Glen Williamson,* New York. About: A boy, locked in the dark alone for years, appeared on the streets of Nuremburg in 1828, barely able to stand, walk or speak. A true story and a supernatural journey through darkness to light. “An enchanting tale… no one could escape the intensity of this performance.” – Frankische Landeszeitung. Playwright: Glen Williamson. Photo by Robb Creese. (120 min.) Drama, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

The Kreutzer SonataWed., Nov. 4 at 9:00pm

Performed by Robert Scott Smith,* Utah. About: A cautionary tale of rage, revenge and remorse. A new adaptation of Tolstoy’s harrowing exploration of the mind of a murderer, a man driven mad by Beethoven. From Plan-B Theatre Company in Salt Lake City, UT, winner of Best Drama at United Solo in 2013 for ERIC(A). Director: Jerry Rapier.** Playwright: Eric Samuelsen.*** (40 min.) Drama, tragedy, storytelling, music. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, classical music lovers.

La Adelita AmericanaSat., Oct. 31 at 6:00pm

Performed by Amanda Arbues, California. About: Antonio Gomez, a fourteen-year-old Mexican-American boy is arrested in Thorndale, TX in 1911. His sister, Adelita, fiercely fights to free him. But will she free him before it’s too late? And what happens to this Hispanic icon when a modern society gets a hold of her? Will she remain the symbol of motivation, hope, and women fighting for their rights? Director: Katherine Hoevers. Scenic Design: Amy Ramirez. Lighting Design: Jayne Dutra. Projections Design: Dayne Donnell & Katherine Hoevers. Sound Design: Iris Zacarias. Stage Manager: Trixie Eunhae Hong. (60 min.) Drama, tragedy, storytelling, multi-media. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Hispanic).



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La Voix PerdueSun., Oct. 4 at 6:00pm

Performed by Bridget Hogan, Canada. About: Our soprano reminisces about poverty, dysfunction, and the great artistic heights where she performed on glamorous world stages with resounding orchestras, sumptuous theatrical sets, and tales of love, triumph, tragedy, and poignant deaths. Later, she backpacked solo across India to Calcutta’s House of the Dying. Now her voice falters. She lives the irony of her own muted tragedy. Director: Peter Skoggard. Conductor & Pianist: Charles Prestinari. Stage Manager: Jenny Lazer. Videographer: Trish Dalton. (49 min.) Music, classic. Recommended for: opera affectionados, human rights intersts, musical theater lovers, women’s right issues.

The last call. A micro-play from a story by Jean CocteauSat., Oct. 24 at 7:30pm

Performed by Alfredo Tauste, Spain. About: A victim of love waits for the call that will both give him life and take it away from him. The wait and hope, filled with desperation. (In)communication, the solitude of big cities, the option of living a lie, and the addictions that create emotional dependency. One everyday phone call in which what isn’t said is as important as what you hear. A tribute to everyone who is alone in NYC. Director: Rafael Abolafia. (45 min.) Drama, movement, performance art. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow – retold by Jonathan KrukFri., Nov. 6 at 7:30pm

Performed by Jonathan Kruk, New York. About: An energetic retelling of Washington Irving’s classic by the story’s living master. The characters are boldly portrayed with distinctive gestures, local accents, a touch of humor, and are accompanied by a 19th century pump organ. This signature performance embodies the author’s original gothic spirit and eloquent wit. The storyteller’s poetic persona and garb give this version of ‘The Legend’ a romantic edge. Director: Andrea Sadler. Musical Director: Jim Keyes. Set Design: Chris Novak. (55 min.) Drama, storytelling, classic. Recommended for: all audiences.

Letters to ZoeySat., Oct. 17 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Garrett Buhl Robinson, New York. About: In the middle of the night, Weldon Keyes jumps on a coal train and leaps into his rite of passage. Wandering through the country, he composes letters and songs to his friend Zoey. Through his travels, he realizes what he felt was lacking in his life and what he desperately seeks to find, is what he left behind. (75 min.) Musical. Recommended for: all audiences.

A Little DramaTue., Nov. 17 at 9:00pm

Performed by Gaya Traub, Israel. About: A family’s conflicts and moments of grace. An adolescent girl in a world of love, faith, dreams of happiness, and loneliness. Based on the author’s memories. First prize at the Israel Monodrama Festival. Playwright & Director: Ron Ninio. (70 min.) Drama, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

LOUISE IN CHARLESTOWNSat., Sep. 26 at 6:00pm

Performed by Mary Monahan, New York. About: A drama about racism and forgiveness in Boston during the turbulent era of forced integration. Twelve-year-old Patty, an Irish-American girl, has a new best friend, Louise from Jamaica. Patty adores Louise and ignores her family’s warnings against their friendship. Inevitably, violence occurs, and Patty must grapple with the aftermath decades later. Director: Joan Kane.** Playwright: Penny Jackson.*** Stage Manager: Rae Rossi. (30 min.) Drama. Recommended for: all audiences.



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Love in ActionSun., Oct. 11 at 6:00pm

Performed by Pippa White,* Nebraska. About: Three women decided healthcare wasn’t good enough, so they took matters into their own hands and revolutionized the field. Florence Nightingale, Lillian Wald, and Margaret Sanger went into the sweatshops, the tenements, the battlefields. This show explores what led them to their callings, how they accomplished what they did in an era unfriendly to women, and their incredible legacies. (52 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Jewish), nurses, health care workers, family planning.

Love With LeilaWed., Nov. 18 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Izad Etemadi, Canada. About: The agonizing tale of a Persian woman with unwanted facial hair and a larger-than-life nose searching for a Prince to sweep her away from her plastic surgery-obsessed parents. WARNING: this show contains nuts! Photo by BeattyOei Photography. (60 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Middle Eastern).

The Man InsideThu., Nov. 19 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Patrick Wiabel, Colorado. About: Ransom a born n’ bred criminal turned dancer considers the possibility of martyrdom as means of escaping his future of death in vain. Trapped by his brother’s plot to frame him for the murder of his best friend, Ransom holds off familiar foes with memories of events past, hopes of a savior, and optimistic dreams of a life without rivalry. (35 min.) Drama, tragedy, movement, poetry, performance art. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Man’s DominionFri., Oct. 9 at 7:30pm

Performed by Tim Powell, California. About: In September 1916, the good people of Erwin, TN lynched a circus elephant named Mary. The witnesses and participants of that sad event, including Mary herself, provide food and fuel for the better angels of our nature. Director: Dennis Neal. Playwright: David Castro. Composer: Jim Furmston. Tech: Paul Major. (60 min.) Drama, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

MaríliaThu., Nov. 5 at 9:00pm Sun., Nov. 8 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Rogério M. Pinto, New York. About: Brazil, Carnaval. Three-year-old Marília dies in an accident. Her ten-month-old brother Rogério lies unaware. As Rogério grows up, Marília haunts him. Is he her replacement? Was that why his father couldn’t tell if he was a boy or a girl? Today, Rogério will open Marília’s grave. What remains will be disinterred, along with feelings and secrets the family has buried for decades. (80 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Brazilian).

Marilyn-AfterSat., Oct. 3 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Nonnie Griffin, Canada. About: Marilyn Monroe comes back from the dead as an octogenarian to tell us about her life, her loves and her untimely death. Performed by 81-year-old Canadian iconic actress Nonnie Griffin. Director: Peggy Mahon. Producer: Darren Stewart-Jones. Photo by Yuri Dojc. (90 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.


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Mark Twain Turns 70, Words & SongsSun., Sep. 20 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Rod Rawlings, Florida. About: Morose over reaching his 70th birthday in 1905, the most conspicuous person on the planet thinks he’ll hide away with a good book. But his daughters arrange a surprise party. Finding his parlor full of friends, Twain quickly decides to entertain as a way to cast off his gloom. Through story and song, he explores a reconciliation to old age. Director: Robert D’Angelo. (70 min.) Comedy, storytelling, music. Recommended for: all audiences.

Me, Myself, and RitaTue., Nov. 3 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Almog Pail, Israel. About: An unconventional dialogue about Hollywood glamour girl Rita Hayworth’s life and struggle with Alzheimer’s. A demented diva’s post-stardom life confronts her on-screen image. Characters from her past come to life…dance partner Fred Astaire, scandalous lover Orson Welles, and most importantly – herself. She recruits the audience to help patch her puzzled memory. (50 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, movement, music, multi-media. Recommended for: all audiences.

The Mermaid Who Learned How to FlyWed., Nov. 18 at 3:30pm

Written and Performed by Kyla Garcia,* New Jersey. About: Part personal story/part fairytale, this piece is a deep exploration of what happens when we allow romantic love to be the ground we stand upon instead of our dreams. Caught between two lovers like a mermaid torn between land & sea, Victoria’s journey will take you into the depths of forgetting who you are & the heights of remembering. Director: Jessica Lynn Johnson. Producer: Alex Perez.* Tech: Peter King and Anthony Gusevich. Photo by Casey Leigh. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, dance, poetry. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Mimi’s SuitcaseSun., Nov. 15 at 4:00pm

Performed by Ana Bayat, California. About: A universal story of displacement, resilience and humanity. Raw, authentic and vibrant, the story centers around life in Iran, Spain and England, making it a one-of-a-kind show performed in more than three languages. Director: Alfonso Lopez Urbina. Stage Manager: Ivette Carolina Agudelo. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, movement, multi-media. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Iranian, Persian, Spanish-speaking, British), anyone interested in languages, cultures and immigration.

The Miracle of Long JohnsFri., Oct. 23 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by David Lefkowitz, Colorado. About: “Half of my life I have spent as a New York City theater critic. Yes, I’ve had nights of magic. Yes, I’ve had nights of agony. And most of all, thousands of nights in between. But I’d like to share the details of one particular evening: the most embarrassing, uncomfortable, humiliating night of my life. And that’s saying something.” Director: David Lefkowitz. Photo by J. Weil. (75 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, ethnic community (Jewish), people who love theater, people who hate critics.

MOTSWANA: Africa Dream Again.Mon., Nov. 16 at 7:30pm

Performed by Donald Molosi, Botswana. About: MOTSWANA simply means “citizen of Botswana.” The Republic of Botswana is one of Africa’s wealthiest countries. This intimate mutilingual show satirically questions who exactly can claim to be a Motswana. What unexpected revelations pring up once we acknowledge that African borders were drawn as a fiction fabricated to serve European greed? Is “Motswana” perhaps a misnomer given the migratory nature of African peoples before borders? Photo by Yobe Shonga & Oarabile Tome. (30 min.) Drama, comedy, Storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.



Move on the Cha-Cha’sMon., Oct. 19 at 7:30pm Sun., Oct. 25 at 7:30pm Mon., Oct. 26 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Diane Ripstein, Massachusetts. About: From ballet to bop, with a dash of midlife salsa dating, this poignant show depicts a life lived and danced. Love, loss, and laughter intermingle on the journey from age 5 to 55. Our intrepid host and guide, The Bubbe, leads a parade of unique characters as she reveals the secret to aging gracefully: you gotta keep moving. To life! Director: Meghan Mueller. (50 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, ethnic community (Jewish), dance community, singles community.

Mud Blood BabySat., Oct. 3 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Joel Richards,* North Carolina. About: A pitiable outcast, too unloved to even be given a name, is seduced by an unexpected evil. Trapped by love, she pays the ultimate price to keep her baby alive. As the child grows, she shields him from the world, but can she hide what she has become? If he discovers the truth, can they both be redeemed? (70 min.) Storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community.

My Insane ShakespeareThu., Nov. 12 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Arthur Elbakyan, California. About: After finding himself in a mental hospital against his will, an actor, explores life, love, hatred and betrayal, and realizes that the line between insanity and sanity has long been erased. By drawing parallels between modern–day life and the days of Shakespeare, he discovers that relationships and values haven’t changed at all. Director: Arthur Elbakyan. Producer: Arthur Elbakyan. Stage Design: Arthur Elbakyan. Co-Producer: Meri Elbakyan. Translator: Meri Elbakyan. (90 min.) Drama, comedy, tragedy, storytelling, stand-up, improv, poetry, music, classic. Recommended for: all audiences.

Namely MusclesTue., Nov. 10 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Claire Porter, New Jersey. About: A zany tribute to all the muscles of the body and then some. Dr. Nickie Nom, acclaimed anatomical forensic surgical specialist and poet, gives a reading from her book of poems, Namely Muscles. The reading goes hilariously awry as Dr. Nom finds herself entangled by “Psoas, The Tender Bender,” “Gluteus to My Ears,” “Just the Meat,” and many more. Playwright: Claire Porter. Photo by Eleanora Alberto. (65 min.) Comedy, Dance, Movement, Poetry, Performance Art. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, yoga lovers.

NO VACANCYSat., Oct. 31 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Clea Straus Rivera,* New York. About: Betty Lou Gerber, eccentric proprietress of the Weeping Willow Inn, sashays through her fantasies, while living a lonely reality. See the puzzle pieces of her life, her memories, and the dreams that allow her to survive and ultimately triumph over her limitations in a small Southern town that doesn’t understand her. Director: Sara Berg.* Stage Manager: Paul Kim. Photo by Bruce Fuller. (75 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community.

Northern DaughterSun., Nov. 1 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Donna Creighton, Canada. About: Northern Daughter: Canadiana drama that delivers an emotional wallop; you’ll laugh, then find yourself on the edge of tears. Creighton brilliantly and powerfully portrays rough-around-the-edges bushmen, genteel and wise women, and a child on the edge of innocence. This one-woman show is riveting. The original songs accompanied by guitar are a real treat. Enjoy this deeply moving and entertaining experience. Director & Co-Playwright: Louise Fagan. Stage Manager: Krisanne Nunes. Technical Director and Sound Design: Andrew Mawdsley. Lighting Design: Karen Crichton. Set Design: Eric Bunnell. Costume Design: Julie McGill MacArthur. Photo by Tina Capalbo & Cairenn Russelo. (60 min.) Drama, music. Recommended for: adults, theatre community.


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Oh My Goddess! A Comedy of Biblical ProportionsFri., Sep. 18 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Sherry Glaser,* New York. About: Miguel De Cervantes laments his servile position in life only to be chosen as the vessel for the Second coming of the Great Jewish Mother of us all, Ma. Miguel shares his comic adventures with psychics, colon hydrotherapy, and falling in love with himself preparing for Ma’s arrival. Ma returns to earth to tell her side of the creation story. Photo by Sherri Carroll. (105 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Jewish, Hispanic).

Oh Sarah!Sun., Oct. 4 at 7:30pm

Performed by Edith Acker, Canada. About: Based on the life of Sarah Bernhardt, the great French actress of the late 19th/early 20th century. In the solitude of her Paris apartment, during her final days, she relives the private and public moments of her life by writing her memoirs. Through Sarah’s eyes, we see the Paris of her childhood, her triumphs, her loves, her secret vulnerabilities. We glimpse the human being who rose to international fame and became a goddess – the immortal Sarah Bernhardt. Director: Mario Tenorio. Stage Manager: Nadia Tenorio. (60 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community.

One Funny Mother: I’m Not Crazy!!Sat., Sep. 26 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Dena Blizzard, New Jersey. About: A comedy about “losing it” after having kids. Most women want to hide their “crazy” from the world. This show encourages women to share their stories so the rest of us feel normal! Through stories, videos and standup, you’ll laugh your way through the true story of Dena Blizzard’s journey from Miss America to Motherhood. (90 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Italian), parents, grandparents, and people who like wine.

orangesWed., Sep. 30 at 3:30pm

Written and Performed by Catherine Dupont,* California. About: A young woman finds identity through faith, love, passion, and what she knows. Inspired by the questions she grapples with daily, she contemplates human desires through her struggle to find raw and ultimate presence. Photo by Chandler Grills. (45 min.) Drama, comedy, tragedy, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community.

Out of FocusSun., Nov. 8 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Geralyn Cassidy, New York. About: A New York actor works the background and speaks without speaking. This clever, understated comedy takes us on a personalized tour through the world of film and television from the perspective of Happy Ness, an intelligent, slightly neurotic woman who tries to make sense of her role as an extra. Director: George Bartenieff.* Art Director: Nikolai Shorr. Stage Manager: Yangdi Li. (80 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

PANSYWed., Oct. 14 at 7:30pm

Performed by Evan Lewis Johnson, California. About: Michael Darling discovers a time capsule in his basement containing VHS tapes, clothes, and old party fliers. As Michael digs through the ephemera, parallels begin to emerge between his life and that of the box’s owner, 90’s gay club kid Peter Pansy. PANSY builds a bridge between today’s young, queer San Franciscans and the AIDS crisis years. Director: Ben Randle. Production Manager: Megan Murray. Photo by Cabure Bonugli. (60 min.) Drama, multi-media, performance art. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.



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Panther HollowWed., Nov. 11 at 3:30pm

Written and Performed by David Lee White,*/*** New Jersey. About: David Lee White found a dead guy hanging from a tree in Panther Hollow when he was 25. He spent the next year finding solace in therapists, psychiatrists, psychotropic drugs, Tom Stoppard, skinheads, Satanists, Elizabeth Wurtzel, and a CD of Nordic death metal. Also, there was a second dead guy. (80 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults.

The ParticularsTue., Sep. 22 at 9:00pm

Performed by Simon Bracken, Canada. About: One insomniac’s struggle to maintain a daily routine born of emotional denial in the face of a home invasion. By day, Gordon forges systematically ahead, assiduously in control of every aspect of his life. But by night, the scratching which he has begun to hear in his walls is unravelling him, driving Gordon to the edge of cosmic desperation. Playwright & Director: Matthew MacKenzie. Choreographer: Monica Dottor. Photo by Jonathan Bartlett. (75 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: adults.

PerchSat., Sep. 26 at 7:30pm Mon., Sep. 28 at 6:00pm

Performed by Brian Carbee, Australia. About: A strange man in an owl costume watches over a sleeping woman. As the night unfolds, his imagination launches into wild flight, revealing a shared past and an old betrayal. Was their first date many years ago just a disaster or did something more sinister occur? Perch is psychologically thrilling, darkly humorous, and poignant. Director: Sarah Carradine. Playwrights: Sarah Carradine & Brian Carbee. Design: Julie Nelson. Composer: Lachlan Bostock. Photo by Katie Sorenson. (50 min.) Movement. Recommended for: adults, LGBTQ community.

Pieces of MeFri., Oct. 30 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Mykel,* New Jersey. About: A musical journey of “oh shit” moments, and how one man powerfully dealt with what life threw his way – 35 different roommates in a one-bedroom railroad apartment, and an assault that nearly killed him. A story of laughter, life and ultimate triumph. Director: Robert Micheli. (55 min.) Comedy, tragedy, storytelling, music. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

The PresentationFri., Oct. 2 at 6:00pm

Performed by Robert Pemberton,* Massachusetts. About: Ever wonder what is running through the mind of that lecturer as you sit in the audience? A middle-aged man steps back from the podium to describe his recent breakdown and relentless search for “the girl with the vacant eyes.” A story of a romantic quest, madness, and redemption. (20 min.) Drama. Recommended for: adults.

Race FreeFri., Oct. 2 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Maria Mukuka, Zambia. About: A candid tale of living life “in-between.” Providing us with glimpses into her fantastical childhood somewhere in Sub-Saharan Africa, Maria explores her bi-racial, bi-cultural identity in the context of New York’s seemingly pluralistic culture. Director: Zishan Ugurlu. Photo by Pia Gromotka & Sophia Jose. (40 min.) Drama, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.


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RACHEL CALOF: A MEMOIR WITH MUSICSun., Nov. 15 at 7:30pm Mon., Nov. 16 at 9:00pm Wed., Nov. 18 at 9:00pm Sat., Nov. 21 at 2:00pm

Performed by Kate Fuglei,* California. About: North Dakota, 1894. A 12 X 14 foot shack at the edge of the prairie. The true story of Rachel Calof, a mail order bride from Russia, who forged a life through bitter winters and glorious summers. Funny, touching, and filled with a soaring original score, RACHEL CALOF takes us into a world populated by intense challenges and sparkling delights. Director: Ellen S. Pressman. Adaptation: Ken LaZebnik. Music and Lyrics: Leslie Steinweiss. Pianist: Ross Kalling. (75 min.) Drama, musical. Recommended for: all audiences.

Recollection of InnocenceTue., Oct. 20 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Guy Kaplunik, Israel. About: My training began before I knew it. I’ve been cultivating the soldier in me from early childhood until eventually I served as a military officer. Awakened, I am now forced to confront moral questions while dealing with extreme military experiences engraved on my soul. (60 min.) Drama. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

RED FLAGSFri., Nov. 13 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Susan Gordon-Clark,* Mississippi. About: A hair-raising true story that helps us understand why and how Susan fell in love and married an abusive man. From Aunt Bette, officer Rodriguez, to members of her support group, we learn why she believed his lies, doubted herself, eroded self-esteem, gave up control of her life, alienated friends and family, then eventually lost her dream of perfect love. Director: Gretchen Cryer.* (65 min.) Drama. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

A Resume For ImmortalitySun., Sep. 27 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Gary Ketzenbarger, Colorado. About: Everyone has heard the expression, “A river runs through it.” In “A Resume for Immortality” it’s Taiji that runs through it: Taiji as an embodiment of Taoism in action, which is celebrated in this piece as a way of life. Of course, the actual life depicted is the author’s own, but that’s only to illustrate the redemptive value of Taiji itself. Director: Brad Moore. Photo by Joseph Gamble. (90 min.) Storytelling, movement. Recommended for: all audiences.

A Revolution of Her Own! Deborah Samson GannettSat., Oct. 3 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Judith Kalaora, Massachusetts. About: The captivating story of the first woman to fight in the American Military. In 1782, Deborah bound her chest, tied back her hair, and enlisted in the Continental Army. Experience her arduous upbringing, active combat, and success as the first female professional soldier. Deborah’s passion takes you back in time! Photo by NewTV’s The Folklorist. (45 min.) Drama. Recommended for: all audiences.

Rhonda BadondaWed., Oct. 7 at 9:00pm Thu., Oct. 29 at 9:00pm

Performed by Rhonda Musak,* Illinois. About: “Rhonda Badonda: The Adventures of a Girl with a Pain in Her Brain.” She squeaks by with self-help books and coaches. Is she dumb? Why can’t she function normally in the world? When a mysterious pain dismantles her coping strategies, Rhonda Badonda embarks on a journey that leads her to the Paris Opera, Mozart, and the ultimate face-off… with her brain. Director: Gareth Hendee. (75 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: adults.



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Rite to ExistSun., Oct. 18 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Roni Alperin, Israel. About: The play portrays the transmission of the Holocaust trauma into Roni’s family and follows his journey to liberate himself from his internal Auschwitz and reclaim his right to exist. This gripping and inspirational drama courageously delivers the story of “third generation trauma”—the toxic effects of historical trauma on the family’s legacy—while also delivering a universal message of healing and hope. Director: Armand Volkas. Stage Manager: Jessica Engle. (45 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ Community, ethnic community (Jewish).

ROGER (not his real name)Fri., Oct. 30 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Matthew Vaky,* District of Columbia. About: A homeless man’s House of Cards, this show exposes a dangerously hilarious conspiracy that dates back to Columbus. Learn the truth behind the Hubble Telescope, the NSA, George Washington’s wooden teeth, and the real reason Dan Snyder won’t change the name of the Redskins. Is Roger crazy or does he know something you don’t? Director: Gillian Drake. Stage Manager: Nathanael Vaky. Producer: Laura Kelsey Rhodes. (60 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community, political junkies, mental healthcare workers, homeless advocates.

SanctuarySun., Oct. 4 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Susanne Sulby,* Pennsylvania. About: With writings ranging from Rumi’s poetry to a soldier’s email, this play tracks the intransigence of war through history. One war is like another. Is it possible to stop the cycle? To find Sanctuary? “A powerful one-woman show… Sulby transported the audience.” – GoMagazine. (70 min.) Drama, storytelling, movement, poetry, multi-media, performance art. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, veterans.

Schachner Vs. SchachnerSat., Oct. 17 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Abby Schachner, California. About: You want a “sophisticated” black comedy with themes of family, identity, and attempted homicide? Come see why this was the #1 audience-reviewed show at the 2014 Hollywood Fringe. Tragic. Hilarious. Heartbreaking. Feel the love! 87% Not Boring. Director: Abby Schachner and J Warner. Technical Director: J Warner. (55 min.) Comedy, tragedy, storytelling, performance art. Recommended for: all audiences, ethnic community (Jewish).

SCREAMESat., Nov. 7 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Nate A Speare, New York. About: A NYC coming-of-age odyssey full of nostalgia, melancholy and humor. The city’s new monologist relives the story of working at an Upper West Side gelato shop and questions the need to build a thicker skin in a world melting with vulnerability. Director: Ana Cantoran. (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, stand -up. Recommended for: all audiences.

She Gon’ LearnThu., Oct. 1 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Lisa Strum,* New Jersey. About: With old school wisdom, her childhood, a string of bad dates, and a one night stand gone wrong with a smooth talking would be ex-boyfriend, Lisa navigates her personal mishaps with poetry, comedy and poignancy on her journey to discover self-love. Director: Ngozi Anyanwu.* (40 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, poetry. Recommended for: all audiences.

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SmokerFri., Oct. 16 at 9:00pm

Performed by Bob Brader,*** New York. About: From the creative team of “Spitting In The Face Of The Devil” (United Solo Best Script 2010, Best Encore 2014) comes the world premiere of award-winning monologist Bob Brader’s new solo show. “Smoker” is about Bob’s 28-year love affair with smoking, his fear of being without cigarettes and losing himself, and the love that got him to try to quit. Director and Developer: Suzanne Bachner.*** Photography & Graphic Design: Michael Koch. Photo by Taylor Hooper. (90 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, smokers.

Some of the Side EffectsThu., Oct. 15 at 9:00pm

Performed by David Shaw, New York. About: This memory play and dark comedy is told from a 30-year-old’s perspective on his 16-year-old self — struggling to understand his depression, his parents’ divorce, and his time in a mental health facility. Best Premiere at United Solo in 2014. Director and Editor: Emily Lyon. (75 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community.

StuffSat., Sep. 26 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by John Feffer, Maryland. About: A mother gives away her most cherished possessions and reveals her most closely guarded secrets. Other real-life characters describe their own stuff: a filled-to-bursting storage unit of train memorabilia, an art collection lost to the wrecking ball, a Moscow meeting with Paul Robeson, and a long-lost file box of knowledge. “Feffer is a brilliant writer and performer” – Washington City Paper. Director: Natalia Gleason. Photo by Adwoa Masozi. (90 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Jewish).

Suburban ShowgirlTue., Nov. 17 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Palmer Davis,* California. About: Locked in a bathroom 5 minutes before curtain, Wendy Walker asks herself “How did I get here?” Fired from her dream job, a husband in jail, and a young daughter who continues to confound her, drives this showgirl to discover the magic to make “the show go on!” 20 colorful characters dance their way into your heart in this theatrical tour-de-force. Director: Cate Caplin. Composer/Music Director/Pianist: Ross Kalling. Stage Manager/Dramaturg: Gregory Fuller. Lighting Design: Steven Pope. Photo by Marge Palmer. (65 min.) Comedy, dance, musical. Recommended for: all audiences.

Susan TierneySun., Nov. 8 at 6:00pm

Performed by Susan Tierney,* New York. About: There were falls. Her father fell from the roof, she fell in love, and there was the skydiving accident. She fell down an elevator shaft, fell from grace, the twin towers fell. With humor and candor, Susan Tierney winds through her past. Despite all that is crashing down, life matters. Director: Robert Cucuzza.* (48 min.) Storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Sweatshop BoogieThu., Oct. 8 at 7:30pm

Performed by Willard Morgan,* New York. About: Willard Morgan, an incurable dandy, takes us on a musically comic journey through space, time, and his closet, as we see fashion as a weapon, a shield, a seduction, and finally, as an addiction to cheap rags that enslaves the Third World and imperils the planet with lethal labor practices, just so we can all feel fabulous… Playwright & Composer: Willard Morgan. Art Direction & Costume Design: Uta Bekaia. Musical Arranger: John Sully. Videoscapes: Ayakamay Komatsu. Stage Manager: Berta Jottar. Production Assistant: Marie van Eersel. (45 min.) Comedy, storytelling, dance, movement, music, musical, concert, multi-media, performance art. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, garment workers and fashionistas.



TALES FROM GERIASSIC PARK – On the Verge of ExtinctionSun., Sep. 27 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Verna Gillis, New York. About: Best Comedic Script – 2014 United Solo, written and performed by Verna Gillis, 73. A poignant, uproarious look at family, relationships, addiction, peeing, aging, cancer, and scones – as she takes audiences on a journey into “Older!” Seventy is the new 70, and still sconed after all these years! Director: Eva Tenuto. Photo by Ilene Cutler. (60 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community.

Tiananmen AnnieSat., Nov. 7 at 9:00pm

Performed by Ann Starbuck,* California. About: A hilarious and heartbreaking true coming-of-age tale about living as a university student in China in 1988-1989 and working for CNN during the Tiananmen Square Uprising. The story of China on the brink of change, from the voice of an old woman with bound feet to a heroic hunger striker. Today in China, there is an entire generation in the dark about the events of June 4, 1989 – it is forbidden to discuss. With the current Umbrella Revolution in Hong Kong, this is as poignant a story today as it was 26 years ago. Director: Richard Embardo. Producer: Julie Lawrence. Sound Design: Jeff Gardner.* (75 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (Chinese).


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The TelegramSat., Sep. 19 at 7:30pm

Performed by Ioan Ardelean, Romania. About: An unemployed actor reconnects with an old friend who is about to direct a major movie. The director tells him to go home and wait for a telegram with travel instructions. An exploration of the dreams of an unknown artist. Director: Joan Kane.** Dramaturg & Stage Manager: Bruce A! Kraemer. Composer: Cornel Sorian. (60 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

That Wonder BoyFri., Oct. 30 at 9:00pm Sat., Oct. 31 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Bob Stromberg, Minnesota. About: An exploration of life and art through the eyes of a youngster who “overcame a happy childhood to become a comedic artist.” This captivating tale begins with a flying baby and soars on a creative flight of laughter, joy and wonder. Stromberg has been called “a cross between Bob Newhart and Garrison Keillor.” Laugh-out-loud funny and moving. Director: Risa Brainin.** (100 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

That’s What She Didn’t SaySun., Oct. 25 at 2:00pm

Written and Performed by Bonnie Joy Sludikoff, California. About: “That’s What She Didn’t Say: A True Story of Taboo, Redemption, & Musical Theatre.” In musicals, “When emotions are too big to speak, you sing.” But what if you don’t think you’re allowed to have feelings? TWSDS shares the journey of a girl with too many secrets to carry in her purse, a desire to be free, and the tendency to say too much. Will she find the courage to say what matters? Director: Jessica Lynn Johnson. (75 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, poetry, musical, puppetry. Recommended for: anyone over 14 years old.

Typhoon of TendernessSat., Oct. 24 at 2:00pm

Performed by Dennis McSorley, Vermont. About: Storyteller Dennis McSorley returns to United Solo with his new work. After his debut work “Who Made Me” premiered here in 2013 and received audience acclaim, now he adds to his story. “Typhoon” traces a life from brightness and success to despair and darkness. Dennis will take you on a journey he knows all too well. Musician John Gagne adds a sound score to the work adding his talent to the mood and emotions traced. (70 min.) Drama, storytelling, music. Recommended for: all audiences.



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Uncle Philip’s CoatSat., Oct. 10 at 9:00pm

Performed by Matty Selman, New York. About: A young man inherits a tattered coat from his Uncle Philip, a Coney Island peddler who survived a pogrom. What begins as the young man’s journey to rid himself of the decrepit garment ends up in revelations about his family’s history. He finds new meaning in his own life as the old coat becomes the sacred coat of dreamers. Director: David Spital. Lighting Design: Mike Wood. Photo by David Spital. (75 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, ethnic community (Jewish).

The Unofficial Guide to Audience Watching PerformanceFri., Nov. 13 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Raphael Xavier, Delaware. About: A strange mix of smartly employed theatrical gimmicks, casual street dancing, modern dance sentimentality, and a more formal iteration of hip-hop. It’s a fusion of vocal and visual cues that are more complex than at first they seem with bold and sophisticated choices. The chaos is utterly controlled. Photo by Steven Gunther. (30 min.) Comedy, dance, movement, poetry. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, theatre community.

Upstream SwimmingWed., Oct. 7 at 3:30pm Mon., Oct. 12 at 7:30pm Fri., Oct. 16 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Lindsey Steinert, New York. About: A lighthearted, thought-provoking comedy that explores same-sex parenting through the unique perspective of a girl who just happens to have two gay dads. Join Lindsey as she recounts her unconventional upbringing, and the events that shaped her into a freethinking (and speaking!), highly opinionated young woman, navigating sometimes-choppy waters. Director: Paul Morris. Associate Director: Cassandra Lewis. (60 min.) Comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

VIEFri., Nov. 6 at 9:00pm

Performed by Michael Capozzi, Italy. About: Are you witnessing your life or living it? A silent comedy show, which will make you laugh and reflect on the beauty of imperfection. Tragedy, comedy…a silent elegy of 75 minutes to life and laugh with the versatile italian actor Michael Capozzi. Director: Milo&Olivia. Playwright: Michael Capozzi and Milo Scotton. Photo by Luca Ortolani. (75 min.) Drama, multi-media. Recommended for: all audiences.

Waiting for What?Wed., Nov. 11 at 7:30pm

Performed by Joosje Duk, The Netherlands. About: A little girl finds herself stuck in an indefinable space, somewhere in the waiting room between life and death, waiting for her film of life to begin. While waiting, she looks back on her life experiences and realizes she doesn’t need to hold back on any thoughts or mind spins anymore, and although those thoughts might be somewhat controversial and ‘not done,’ they are mostly just revealing and recognizable. Director: Lily van Leeuwen. (15 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: all audiences.

WALKING TOWARD AMERICAThu., Sep. 24 at 9:00pm Sat., Sep. 26 at 4:00pm Sun., Sep. 27 at 7:30pmThu., Oct. 1 at 9:00pm Sat., Oct. 17 at 4:00pm

Performed by Annie Montgomery,* New York. About: This true story of courage, loss, and triumph—witnessed by a 10-year-old child—chronicles an ordinary Latvian family’s extraordinary World War II experiences enduring a labor camp, a 500-mile trek across Germany in the dead of winter, and a storm-plagued voyage to the USA in search of safety and freedom. Director: David Montgomery. Playwright: Sandra Fenichel Asher.*** Stage Manager: Logan Kovach.* Photo by Kate Burton. (75 min.) Drama. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, ethnic community (Latvian), immigrants, Holocaust survivors, scholars.


Ways We Disappoint Our ParentsSat., Oct. 10 at 7:30pm

Performed by Ann Marie Yoo, New York. About: Ann Marie and Katherine hold degrees from prestigious universities yet both have failed at medical school. They’re trying this comedy thing and thus have sorely disappointed their parents — watch how! Playwright: Katherine Knowles. Photo by Jon Roberts. (45 min.) Comedy, storytelling, music, puppetry, multi-media. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, ethnic community (Asian).

The Wedding WarriorSun., Nov. 15 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Casey Dressler, Florida. About: Casey, a single, 30-something wedding coordinator in small town Key Largo proves that love truly is a battlefield. Join her as she combats her way through the mayhem and mishaps that lead up to matrimony. Better off wed? That’s just one question Casey poses in this charming, comedic peek into the chaos that ensues before the vows are taken. Director: Kim St. Leon. Sound Design: David Hart. Photo by Duv Wolff. (45 min.) Comedy. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

WHAT WILL PEOPLE THINK?Sun., Sep. 20 at 6:00pm Thu., Oct. 1 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Anthoula Katsimatides,* New York. About: Life, death, love (please?), guilt, hiding, politics, gilligan’s island, dirty laundry! Oh yeah, and family…oy. Elektra’s got nothin’ on me! A modern day greek dramedy. One woman’s journey to freedom while wrestling old-world views. Growing up with the mantra “What will people think?” controlling her every move, Anthoula navigates through personal turmoil and loss to find happiness. A testament to the human spirit. Director: Evan Pappas.* (60 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, multi-media. Recommended for: all audiences.

Wolf RedSun., Nov. 8 at 7:30pm

Performed by Elinor Randle, United Kingdom. About: Deep in the woods, a woman is held prisoner. But is her captor a predator of her body or her mind? Fairytale and reality blur in this menacing, entertaining exploration of the dark side of human nature. A quirky and disturbing show from one of the UK’s leading physical theatre companies. Director: Yorgos Karamalegos. Playwright: Chris Fittock. Dramaturg: Lorna Marshall. Design: Lois Maskell. Composer: Meike Holzmann. (55 min.) Drama, movement. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

The Woman Who Was MeMon., Oct. 26 at 9:00pm

Performed by Liz Stanton,* Colorado. About: “There is a kiss we want with our whole lives,” writes Rumi. Lanie is kissed by a stranger in a garden. This kiss arouses Lanie’s desire to confront who she is and what is most dear to her. This magical play reveals what we are willing to sacrifice to live authentically, and how the choices we make transform us in unimaginable ways. (80 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling, movement, poetry, performance art. Recommended for: all audiences.

THE WONDERThu., Sep. 17 at 9:00pm

Written and Performed by Susan Ferrara,*/*** New York. About: THE WONDER follows a New Yorker through the city on an ordinary Tuesday morning in September. The ordinary people we meet, the ordinary things we see, on an extraordinary day in a time marked forever. A true story about the morning of 9/11. The neighborhood. The people. And one diabetic cat. Best Production Award, United Solo 2014. Co-Directors: Julie Ann Emery* and Kevin Earley.* Lighting Design: Dan O’Brien. Photo by Mina Widmer. (60 min.) Drama, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.



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Work is the Curse of the Drinking ClassesWed., Oct. 21 at 3:30pm

Performed by Johnson Flucker, Pennsylvania. About: Johnson Flucker plays Oscar Wilde: poet, novelist, essayist, playwright, and truth-teller who – penniless and near friendless – sits in a Parisian cafe in August 1898, contemplating his past, present, and prospects for a not-too-promising future. (75 min.) Drama, comedy, tragedy. Recommended for: adults, elderly, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

Worst.Boyfriend.Ever.Sun., Oct. 18 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Julia Jackson, Wisconsin. About: Can a bad boyfriend make you gay? No, just miserable. Trust Julia, she should know. What she doesn’t know is why she stayed. As her 50th birthday creeps closer and closer, questions exceed answers. Maybe beer-drinking, Camaro-driving boyfriends are the skeletons in any good lesbian’s closet. Or maybe she just cooked with too much aluminum. Photo by Aaron Ruby. (90 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: adults, LGBTQ community, ethnic community (African American).

YEAH, THAT HAPPENED.Sun., Sep. 20 at 4:00pm Mon., Sep. 28 at 7:30pm Mon., Oct. 5 at 7:30pm

Written and Performed by Nick Rafello*/***, New York. About: A hilarious and heartfelt show about a little boy that believed he could fly, was as creative as he ever wanted to be, and yes, was the gayest little boy in the neighborhood – only he was the last to know. Watch him fly through love, abandonment, and “hom-o-wnership.” Director: Sam Viverito.** Stage Manager: Ellen Rosenberg. (60 min.) Drama, comedy. Recommended for: adults, theatre community, LGBTQ community.

YESNOMAYBE: THE DOPPELGANGER AND THE PROFESSORSun., Oct. 25 at 6:00pm

Written and Performed by Deborah Colleen White,* South Carolina. About: YESNOMAYBE: THE DOPPELGANGER AND THE PROFESSOR is the story of a former NYC actress turned theatre professor whose dream of being on Broadway and working in NYC theatre has never been extinguished. Realities of life – a job, children, a husband’s career – have put her dream on hold. After 20 years, the spark of hope is ignited as she returns to NYC to find that world she thought she knew has changed dramatically. Director: Alicia Corts. Technical Director/Lighting Designer: Cara Wood. (50 min.) Drama, comedy, storytelling. Recommended for: all audiences.

YoungGiftedandFATSun., Oct. 11 at 4:00pm

Written and Performed by Sharrell D. Luckett, California. About: Once 100 pounds heavier, Sharrell serves up insights about her emotional struggle to adjust to life after her major weight loss. Though she’s gained a newly slender body, she has trouble letting go of her status as a morbidly obese person. Interwoven with music and dance, this show explores the prejudices and limitations placed upon the overweight. Co-Directors: Sharrell D. Luckett, Guy Thorne, and Rahbi Hines. Music Director & Lyricist: Rahbi Hines. Choreography and Media Design: Guy Thorne. Music: Osbaldo Maravilla. Artistic Management: Juel D. Lane, Audrey Edwards, and Megan J. Stewart. Photo by Nate Lubben. (75 min.) Drama, storytelling, poetry, musical, multi-media. Recommended for: teenagers, adults, elderly, theatre community.

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United Solo Theatre Festival is merely the presenter. All performances have been produced by independent companies.

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The United Solo Academy takes an influential part in building our theatre community and projects. Membership in the Academy is by invitation of United Solo and is limit-ed to those who have been awarded and/or are inspiring and supportive at the United Solo Theatre Festival. The Academy members are encouraged to discover new talents, recommend solo shows, suggest nominees and vote for winners each year. The list of United Solo Academy members includes:

Hal AckermanAna Asensio

Suzanne BachnerMalgorzata Bogdanska

Michael BongarBill BowersBob Brader

Paloma BravoDavid Bridel

Coby Chasman-BeckSlash Coleman

Tim CollinsAllan Corduner

Rick CreeseOlympia DukakisAndressa Furletti

Suzanna GeraghtyMark Gindick

Julian Goldhagen

Sarah Elizabeth GreerMichael Growler

Joe GullaSivan Hadari

Maura HalloranSebastien HeinsBilly Hipkins

Anita HollanderDiane R. Huber

Frank IngrasciottaLee Kaplan

John Paul KarliakSarah Kay

Trent Armand KendallIlya KhodoshGrace Kiley

Wioleta KomarMarek Koterski

Julia KwintoAurora LagattutaMarcin Lipinski

Brian LunaMarsha MasonHaley McGee

Helyn Rain MessengerMichael Miller

Paul MillerSteve Mize

Donald MolosiAnn Morrison

Herb NewsomeAnthony NikolchevMarissa Elaine Parkes

Austin PendletonEric-Dominique Pérez

Zara PhillipsMarilyn PittmanNancy Redman

Jane RidleyLynnMarie Rink

Eliza Roberts

Eric RobertsJosé Roldan Jr.Antonio SacreMina SamuelsOmar Sangare

Rory Lance SchwartzFiona Shaw

Sandy SimonaAnna Deavere Smith

Terry TammDanusia TrevinoRebecca VerNooyTina Volz-Bongar

Michael Thomas WalkerBlake Walton

Glen WilliamsonAnnie Worden

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