Theater Arts Productions

Ferguson’s Fines by Alaysia Penso

A multimedia historical fiction play about the black experience. The piece centers the plight of a journalist aiming to expose Ferguson County’s corrupt  department of justice and exploitation of Black people. All interactions characters have with police officers are  based on actual documented encounters and provide a commentary on the relationship between race and  justice that exists throughout the United States. 

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Another Cinderella Story  by Caylie Jeruchimowitz

Another Cinderella Story – a modern  adaptation of the classic Cinderella tale.  

Content Advisory: This piece contains themes and instances of physical and emotional abuse.  

Are We There Yet?  by Evelyn Inker

A story told throughout time and place exploring the  Jewish experience and what makes a space a home. When we immigrate, how do identity and tradition carry  us through and what do we leave behind? The story will be told through a combination of scenes, movement  and song. 

Content Advisory: This piece will use adult language and may contain instances of antisemitism and themes of  the Holocaust, war, and actors wear Nazi and concentration camp uniforms for portions of the performance.

A New Play by Jess Umanoff 

Lily was attacked just two days ago. During a follow-up examination, she struggles to control the witty and cynical voices in her head. Meanwhile, Rose, a patient suffering with chronic illness, recognizes Lily from the local deli. These two women are strangers to one another; colliding again while dealing with individual circumstances, yet their reunion is not as random as they think.

Content Advisory: This piece contains themes relating to sexual violence, PTSD and sexual trauma.