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Theatre Review: Duran DurAntony & Cleopatra

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Troubadour Theater Company presents the World Premiere of Duran DurAntony & Cleopatra. Musical Direction by Ryan Whyman. Directed and Adapted by Matt Walker.

Matt Walker rewrites the love story of Mark Antony and Cleopatra, adding the music of Duran Duran to energize the characters and the plot. Based on Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra, this slapstick musical is a fine example of a theatrical form known as commedia dell’arte.

The action on stage is reminiscent of The Carol Burnett Show sketches, with actors occasionally breaking character due to funny dialogue or even hecklers pitching in. And it’s exactly that, audience participation, one of the main attractions of the show.

Antony (Matt Walker) falls in love with Cleopatra (Cloie Wyatt Taylor), but for political convenience, Antony ends up marrying Octavius Caesar’s (Rick Batalla) sister, the sultry Octavia (Philip McNiven). From there, misunderstandings, rage, and killer songs become the norm. The dialogue is peppered with sexual innuendos, adding a mischievous element to match the action on stage. The music, the dances, and the physical comedy make it a highly kinetic play to keep things engaging and entertaining. Walker, Batalla, and Beth Kennedy lead the comedy, delivering an outstanding performance.

The background graphics and the special effects contribute  creativity and comedy to the production. There’s ocean breeze, waves, a shooting where bullets don’t make it to the other side, snake bites (not real), and self-inflicted wounds (not real either). The costumes and live music also capture the exceptional effort of the production to put together a mesmerizing spectacle that combines a classical story and the timeless music of one the most influential rock bands of recent history.

In Duran DurAntony & Cleopatra, tragedy becomes an excuse to unleash mayhem, leaving behind a trail of fun, comedy, and music in an exciting and festive environment.

Duran DurAntony & Cleopatra

The Colony Theatre

555 N Third St.

Burbank, CA 91502

June 7th through June 16th

Thursdays and Fridays at 8:00 pm, Saturdays at 4:00 pm & 8:00 pm, and Sundays at 4:00 pm & 7:30 pm.

Tickets: troubie.com

Musical Direction by Ryan Whyman. Directed and adapted by Matt Walker.

Cast: Beth Kennedy, Rick Batalla, Mike Sulprizio, Rob Nagle, Cloie Wyatt Taylor, John Paul Batista, Katie Kitani, Mark McCracken, Philip McNiven, Suzanne Jolie, and adaptor/director Matt Walker. Troubadorchestra: Kevin Stevens on drums, Ryan Whyman on piano/MD, Carlos Rivera on bass, and Mike Abraham on guitar.

Creative team: Lighting Design by Bo Tindell; Sound Design by Robert Arturo Ramirez; Projection Design is by Rick Batalla; Costumer: Suzanne Narbonne (Using designs by Sharon McGunigle); Wig Design is by Suzanne Jolie Narbonne. The Music Supervisor is Eric Heinly. The Production Stage Manager is Corey Womack.

Theatre Review: The Spy Who Went Into Rehab

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The Spy Who Went Into Rehab is presented by Pacific Resident Theatre. Written by Gregg Ostrin. Directed by Cyndy Fujikawa.

Simon Cross (Satiar Pourvasei) is sent to the most challenging mission to date: Cure his addiction to women, gambling, drinking, and killing the most dangerous criminals. Will he be able to survive the grueling therapy at the rehab center?

Under the strict guidance of therapist Stella (Jill Renner), Simon will go through a radical transformation. At the rehab center, Simon will interact with other addicts that will teach him a lesson on sensitivity and empathy. There is Gary (Stuart W. Howard), Yvonne (Rachel Townsend), and Pixie (Alondra Andrade). Insensitive to their feelings, Simon’s macho attitude triggers the trauma on these three addicts, a signal that he needs an urgent intervention to change his toxic masculinity.

Playwright Gregg Ostrin has created a mesmerizing and relatable play that gives a new look at the typical spy character that has been so popular in movies and TV. One of the most interesting features of this play is not only Simon’s transformation through his interaction with the other characters, but also how he is able to help the other addicts to overcome their fears and achieve a positive transformation for themselves.

Pourvasei’s performance is one of a kind. His nonchalant demeanor and clueless notion of his negative behavior at the beginning of the play heightens the comedic aspect of his character. Overall, the dialogue and physical comedy delivered by the rest of the cast combine perfectly to treat the audience to an exhilarating performance. Director Cyndy Fujikawa is able to translate the text effectively into an energetic visual experience that highlights the comedy and the intriguing aspects of the story. Fujikawa also acts in this production as Z, the person behind the organization that sends Simon to special missions.

The story and the plot get the audience invested in the characters. Will Simon manage to complete his therapy? Is he still relevant, or is he just a toxic relic from the past? Is therapy working for the other addicts? And how about Stella, the therapist?

The play has comedy, suspense, addiction, a Mexican standoff, and a surprise visit of Simon’s nemesis, Lazarus (with a cat). The question is, who will save the world if Simon retires?

The Spy Who Went Into Rehab

Pacific Resident Theatre
703 Venice Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291

Opening: 8pm on Friday, June 7, 2024
Schedule: 8pm Fridays, Saturdays; 3pm Sundays
Closing: July 7, 2024
Written by Gregg Ostrin. Directed by Cyndy Fujikawa.
Cast: Satiar Pourvasei, Jill Renner, Stuart W. Howard, Rachel Townsend, Alondra Andrade, and Cyndy Fujikawa.
Creative team: Michael Franco (Lighting Design), Jason Culp (Sound Design), Rachel Townsend (Choreography).

Theatre Review: Nora and Jim

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Nora and Jim is presented by The Irish Sea, in association with the Contemporary Irish Arts Center, Los Angeles (CIACLA) with ongoing guidance and support from Kevin Cronin and Dublin Theatre Productions. Written by Nora Connolly. Directed by Ronan Wilmot. Musical accompaniment by Dermot Kiernan. Produced by Marcus Fox.

As a prelude to Bloomsday, Playwright Nora Connolly and Director Ronan Wilmot present Nora and Jim, a poignant and lyrical play relating the intense and often troubling relationship between celebrated Irish writer James Joyce (Johnny O’Callaghan) and his muse and wife Nora Barnacle (Lisa Dobbyn).

The play is narrated by both characters, mainly by Nora. It’s a recollection of their continuous travels through London, Paris, Zurich, Pula, Trieste, and Rome. It’s an entertaining depiction of Joyce’s struggles as a writer and his sexual obsession with Nora. Analyzing his writings, the sexual undertones of his work relates to his understanding of human nature. For Joyce, the imagination and sexual instinct are two of the most powerful driving forces in life.

Joyce’s genial writings, however, were met with scrutiny and he struggled to secure a fixed income. Two kids and health issues made it even more difficult for the couple to be financially stable. In addition, Joyce spent the little money they had on alcohol, stressing Nora’s frustrations with him.

The play has numerous references to Joyce’s writings. As they moved around, he continued to write and look for publishers willing to accept his radical views on religion and politics, especially his criticism of Catholicism and British colonialism. Working in a bank and as a teacher, he finished writing Dubliners, Stephen Hero, Ulysses, and Exiles. All of this while experiencing a declining health and dealing with the mental instability of his daughter Lucia. Other challenges included living through the two most devastating wars of the 20th century, WWI and WWII.

On June 6th, The Glendale Room was the stage for Nora and Jim; it’s a small space that makes it feel even more intimate, like a private and exclusive performance. A touch of class to the production is the background music by Dermot Kiernan, playing a selection of traditional Irish pieces from the era.

Featuring an exciting all-Irish team, this production offers poetry and comedy in a sophisticated theatre experience not to be missed. It’s a moving performance to celebrate one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. James and Nora’s legacy continue to inspire people from all over the world. It’s a story of romance, eroticism, radicalism, and more importantly, a reflection of the human experience.

Nora and Jim

Performances at The Glendale Room
The Glendale Room – 127 Artsakh Avenue, Glendale 91206
WHEN: June 6th, 7th, 8th,13th, 14th, 15th @ 8:00PM

Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/nora-and-jim-tickets

Performances at The Hollywood Fringe Festival
The Broadwater Studio -1078 Lillian Way, Los Angeles, CA 90038
WHEN: June 9th @12:30pm
June 16th @ 2:00pm (*special Bloomsday performance)
June 17th @ 9:30pm

Tickets: hollywoodfringe.org/projects

Written by Nora Connolly. Directed by Ronan Wilmot. Musical accompaniment Dermot Kiernan. Produced by Marcus Fox. Presented by The Irish Sea, in association with the Contemporary Irish Arts Center, Los Angeles (CIACLA) with ongoing guidance and support from Kevin Cronin and Dublin Theatre Productions.

Cast: Lisa Dobbyn and Johnny O’Callaghan.

Theatre Review: The Sandwich Ministry

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Skylight Theatre Company presents The Sandwich Ministry. Written by Miranda Rose Hall. Directed by Katie Lindsay. Produced by Gary Grossman and Armando Huipe for Skylight Theatre Company.

When Claudia (Maha Chehlaoui) tells the story of the widow that put into the temple treasury the two small copper coins she had, Hannah (Jordan Hull) loses her patience, and an argument ensues. Caught in the middle is Joyce (Jayne Taini), a close friend of both Claudia and Hannah. The three women gather to make sandwiches for the neighbors that have been displaced by the storm that flooded the town.

Claudia is the wife of the church’s minister. Joyce has been attending the same church for a long time and has known Claudia for years. Hannah, on the other hand, has not been attending the ministry for quite some time. As the three women prepare the sandwiches, the tension is evident between Claudia and Hannah. The exposition reveals that the two of them were once very close friends, but their relationship started to fall apart as Claudia became more distant.

As they gather for the sandwich ministry, their respective backgrounds are disclosed. The play delves into the complexities of human relationships and how hard it is to fix them. Playwright Miranda Rose Hall uses the church and a storm as the environment to explore the possibilities of a hopeful reconciliation.

The script is extraordinary, the story and the plot create rich characters that explore themes of friendship, faith, and the importance of mutual support in times of crisis. The direction by Katie Lindsay captures effectively the relationship dynamics of three women whose lives and faith are succumbing to the disappointments of unrealized dreams.

The performances are moving, capturing the essence of the text. The three thespians excel in portraying the sense of community and the urgent need for human connections.

The Sandwich Ministry

Skylight Theatre
1816 1⁄2 North Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA. 90027

Opening: 8:30pm Saturday, June 1, 2024
Schedule: 8:30pm Fridays and Saturdays, 3:00pm Sundays, 7:30pm Mondays
(no performances on Mondays, June 3 & 10)
Closing: July 7, 2024

Tickets: skylighttheatre.org

Written by Miranda Rose Hall. Directed by Katie Lindsay. Produced by Gary Grossman and Armando Huipe for Skylight Theatre Company.

Cast: Maha Chehlaoui, Jordan Hull, Jayne Taini.

Creative team: Carolyn Mraz (Scenic Design), R.S Buck (Lighting Design), Hope Kozielski (Assistant Lighting Design), Mylette Nora (Costume Design), Noel Nichols (Sound Design),
Benjamin Rawls (Technical Director), Victoria Hoffman (Casting), Cedes Sifuentes (Production Manager).

Theatre Review: The Winter’s Tale

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Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum presents A Winter’s Tale. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Ellen Geer.

Rage takes over Leontes (Aaron Hendry) and all hell breaks loose in this story of jealousy and redemption. Director Ellen Geer presents a fine ensemble to extract the humor and drama of the script and delivers an engaging rendition of Shakespeare’s psychological and romantic play.

One of the highlights of this production is Sophia Dawson‘s performance as Perdita. The role suits her well and she looks comfortable on stage. She projects convincingly the innocence and playful spirit of her character. Her speech and movements add magnetism to the iconic heroine. Visually speaking, Dawson has an astonishing resemblance to Edmund Leighton’s My Fair Lady, a romanticized depiction of a young woman from the Middle Ages.

Aaron Hendry offers an excellent performance as King Leontes, showing the dramatic transformation from an enraged husband consumed by jealousy to a repentant man consumed by sadness and regrets. Willow Geer as Hermione, explores the nuances of tragedy in a display of utter despair, reflecting the time when women had little choices to protect themselves against abuse and defamation.

The comedic relief comes mainly from Autolycus (Gerald C. Rivers), a pickpocket, Old Shepherd (Earnestine Phillips), and Clown (Daniel Ramirez), three actors with excellent timing. The comedy turns things around and the play takes a lighter tone, leading to the unexpected resolution of the story.

As usual, Geer stages this production with period costumes, making the play more appealing to the audience. The music and the dances keep things exciting and add kinetics to the performances. This Modern American staging of Shakespeare offers a sophisticated version of the drama and comedy of the text. It’s entertaining and visually exuberant.

Keep in mind that it’s an open stage surrounded by nature, so bring warm clothes; it can get chilly at night.

A Winter’s Tale

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Topanga CA
(midway between Pacific Coast Highway and the Ventura freeway).
Exit the 101 at Topanga Canyon Blvd. South to access Theatricum from the Valley.

June 1–September 30 (see website for full schedule)

Tickets: theatricum.com

Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Ellen Geer. Presented by Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum.

Cast: Aaron Hendry, Willow Geer, Max Lawrence, Sophia Dawson, Earnestine Phillips, Christian Jordan Smith, Gerald C. Rivers, Daniel Ramirez, Aubrey Sage, Liza Rash, Tim Halligan, Michelle Jasso, Melora Marshall, Franc Ross, Andy Stokan, Kevin Rauch, Timothy Willard, Aralyn Wilson, and Julius Geer-Polin.

Creative team: Composer and musical arranger Marshall McDaniel; costume designer A Jeffrey Schoenberg; lighting designer Zach Moore; sound designer Grant Escandón; prop master Ian Geatz; and wardrobe supervisor Beth Eslick. The assistant director is Sara Carpenter and the production stage manager is Karen Osborne, who is assisted by Sky Wahl.

IMPACT ANAHEIM  Giving Day

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Chance Theater is proud to participate in the

impACT Anaheim  Giving Day

driving creativity and community for an inspiring future!

ANAHEIM, CA: Anaheim’s official resident theater company is thrilled to announce its participation in the impACT Anaheim Giving Day, a community-wide event dedicated to supporting local nonprofits and their impactful initiatives. As one of Anaheim’s premier cultural institutions, we are committed to enriching the community through the transformative power of live theater.

Taking place on June 5th, impACT Anaheim Giving Day provides an opportunity for individuals and businesses to unite in support of causes that resonate with them. Known for its commitment to artistic excellence, education, and community engagement, our theater invites supporters to join in this collective effort to make a positive difference in Anaheim and beyond.

By contributing on impACT Anaheim Giving Day, donors play a vital role in sustaining our mission-driven programs and initiatives. These contributions will help us continue to:

Provide Accessible Youth Theater Programs: Our Speak Up programs are a significant part of our educational outreach, designed to give voice to various community members.

Veterans Speak Up offers veterans a platform to share their stories, promoting social healing and deeper community understanding. Participants can record meaningful conversations, and collaborate with theater artists.

Spectrum Speak Up is a free summer theater camp for teens on the Autism Spectrum, focusing on acting, writing, directing, and team-building. This program helps participants find their unique voice and talent, culminating in an original show.

Engage with the Community: Through post-show talkbacks, outreach initiatives, and partnerships with local organizations, we foster meaningful connections and dialogue both on and off the stage.

Support Emerging Artists: By offering mentorship opportunities, collaborative projects, and professional development initiatives, we nurture a vibrant and diverse artistic ecosystem.

Produce Innovative Theatrical Productions: Our upcoming summer musical production is “Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” directed by James Michael McHale. This thrilling musical masterpiece will captivate audiences with its gripping narrative, intense score, and stellar performances, running from July 20 to August 11, 2024.

“Alma”: This powerful play explores the bond between a mother and daughter as they navigate the complexities of the American Dream. With a litany of amazing reviews and recommendations, this sold out extended production touched the hearts of our community and has stirred numerous patrons to reflect on the society that want to contribute to.

OTR Series: Our On The Radar series showcases new and groundbreaking works, providing a platform for emerging voices in the theater community, including Dustin H. Chinn, the Chance’s 2024 Resident Playwright. Past Resident Playwrights include Keiko Green, Exal Iraheta, B.J. Tindal, Krista Knight, Jessica Huang, Joanna Garner, Ted Malawer, Jenny Connell Davis, Lauren Yee, Nick Jones, Marshall Pailet, Zayd Dohrn, and Adam Szymkowicz.

How to Participate:

To learn more about our participation in impACT Anaheim Giving Day and how to make a donation, visit the Chance Theater Giving Day page. As we navigate the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic, community support becomes more crucial than ever. By participating in impACT Anaheim Giving Day and contributing to our theater, individuals can directly impact the cultural landscape of Anaheim and contribute to the resilience and vitality of the arts.

Hold Me Down

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HOLD ME DOWN

Get Wrapped Up in a Healing Journey of Kink and Bondage at This Year’s Hollywood Fringe; Knot One to Miss!

Los Angeles, CA. May 29, 2024. Jackie Yangyuen presents “Hold Me Down,” a one-woman musical debuting at this year’s Hollywood Fringe. This autobiographical musical explores a woman’s journey to healing through bondage and kink. In “Hold Me Down,” Jackie Yangyuen performs original music, embodies multiple characters, and showcases captivating choreography, all set against a backdrop of ropes symbolizing her emotional freedom.

VENUE:  Asylum @ Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre – 5636 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA

PERFORMANCES:
Sun, June 9, 5:30 PM (Preview Show)
Sat, June 15, 7:30 PM
Mon, June 17, 8:30 PM
Sat, June 22, 10:00 PM (Plus an additional 30 min Q&A segment)
Sun, June 30, 2:30 PM

TICKET PRICES:
$15 (regular)
$20 (ticket + bondage plushie)
$22 (ticket + bondage earrings)

TICKET LINK: https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/10490

Content Warning: 18+ (rape/sexual assault, verbal abuse, gambling addiction, mental health (depression, suicide), bondage and fetish)

A Transcriber’s Tale

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A TRANSCRIBER’S TALE  

A Seriocomic Solo Show with Music by Joanna Parson

Prepare to embark on a rollercoaster ride through the tumultuous world of mass media and the resilient spirit of New York City in “Transcriber’s Tale,” a seriocomic solo show with music, written by Joanna Parson with developmental help from director Aimee Todoroff opens at the Broadwater Black Box on June 10, 2024.

Blending humor with poignant drama, “Transcriber’s Tale” delves into Joanna’s experiences as a transcriber amidst the chaos of ’90s New York, through the seismic events of 9/11. With seven captivating songs seamlessly woven into the narrative, Joanna accompanies herself on stage, ensuring a dynamic and engaging performance.

Transcriber’s Tale” is a testament to resilience, humor, and the power of storytelling. Audiences can expect to be entertained, moved, and inspired to reclaim their voices in an increasingly noisy world.

WHO: Written by: Joanna Parson; Produced by Michael Blaha of Fringe Management and Lee Castello, Directed by Aimee Todoroff, Music Direction by Drew Wutke.

WHERE: The Broadwater (Black Box) 6322 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

WHEN:

Monday June 10 2024, 6:30 PM

Sunday June 16 2024, 8:00 PM

Friday June 21 2024, 10:30 PM

Wednesday June 26 2024, 8:00 PM

Saturday June 29 2024, 3:00 PM

Show runs 60 minutes; Admission: 12+

TICKET: $15 –  https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/10852?tab=tickets

“This show is a love letter to New York,” Joanna explains. “It’s about secondhand trauma and the importance of navigating the relentless media landscape with discernment. I want to entertain my audience while inspiring them to critically examine today’s toxic media environment and reconnect with their own voices and communities.”

Originally conceived in 2012, Joanna’s vision for “Transcriber’s Tale” faced skepticism about its ability to address the sensitive topic of 9/11. However, it wasn’t until the global upheaval of the Coronavirus pandemic that audiences began to resonate with Joanna’s mission. “I thought I had something to say about transcribing around 9/11 and its relationship to secondhand trauma,” Joanna reflects. “But it wasn’t until after the world endured the second biggest traumatic event of my lifetime that people truly understood the relevance and urgency of this story.”

You Can’t Take It With You

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YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU

Running May 31 through July 7 on the Main Stage (First Floor) of the Lonny Chapman Theatre, 10900 Burbank Blvd., in North Hollywood 91601.

YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU May 31 – July 7, 2024

Friday and Saturday at 8pm.  Sunday at 2pm. Talkbacks with cast staff 6/2 and 6/9.

Running time:  Approximately 2 hours.  There will be one 10 minute intermission in the middle of Act 2 included in the overall running time.

Friday, May 31 at 8pm – Opening Night w/reception to follow

Saturday, June 1 at 8pm

Sunday, June 2 at 2pm (Talkback w/cast & staff)

Friday, June 7 at 8pm

Saturday, June 8 at 2pm

Sunday, June 9 at 2pm (Talkback w/cast & staff)

Friday, June 14 at 8pm

Saturday, June 15 at 8pm

Sunday, June 16 at 2pm (Father’s Day)

Friday, June 21 at 8pm

Saturday, June 22 at 8pm

Sunday, June 23 at 2pm

Friday, June 28 at 8pm

Saturday, June 29 at 8pm 

Sunday, June 30 at 2pm

Friday, July 5 at 8pm (Fourth of July Weekend)

Saturday, July 6 at 8pm

Sunday, July 7 at 2pm (Show closes)

Dance at the Odyssey

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NEWS RELEASE


‘Dance at the Odyssey’ summer mini–fest: first looks
at cutting edge work over the course of 3 weekends

LOS ANGELES (May 28, 2024) — Odyssey Theatre Ensemble’s ongoing Dance at the Odyssey series, curated by series co-founder Barbara Mueller–Wittmann, has established West L.A.’s Odyssey Theatre as the go-to place to view contemporary dance. This summer, the series presents first looks at new work by cutting-edge choreographers over the course of three weekends.

Saturday, June 29 at 8 p.m.

♦ Marianna Varviani and Selcouth Dance Theatre Company present MARK. What marks do we carry? What marks do we leave behind? Inspired by street dance vocabularies and Krump, everyday gestures and contemporary dance perspectives, MARK is conceived and choreographed by Marianna Varviani with movement vocabulary co-creators Tyler Law, Maya Peterson and Kai Toles. Performed by McKenzie Barkdull, Ariana Chavez, Mason Lee, Sophia Fan Lin and Anna Simonova. Original music composed by Yvonne Yifeng Yuan. Watch the promo trailer here.

Sunday, June 30 at 2 p.m.

♦ Choreographers Breayre Tender and Anthony Hernandez present Dear Life,. In this interactive dance experience inspired by deufert&plischke’s “Letters to Dance” project (seen at the Odyssey in 2018) and other of their works, dancer/choreographers Tender and Hernandez, joined by Lisa Gwynn–Tender and Andante Petit–Homme, will guide the audience through a reflection of our past and present to collectively write a message to the future we wish to create.

Saturday, July 6 at 8 p.m.

♦ Queer Black choreographer Bernard Brown presents Sugar Odyssey (or the undrowning), a multi-sensory experience excavating our society’s contemporary relationship to power, slavery, and otherness created in collaboration with Black Queer sound artist DeFacto X.
AND
♦ Mexican American dance artists Joey Navarrete–Medina and Rosa Rodríguez–Frazier present Fluid Identities: a dance of belonging, a collaborative project that celebrates and explores the fluidity of identity, gender, composition and energy through dance.

Sunday, July 7 at 2 p.m.

♦ Choreographer Olivia Liberati presents Mafiosi, exploring the hidden work of the Italian-American mafia, a world in which five families evolved into one of the most in-depth criminal organizations of its century. Danced by Amy Magsam, Tori Gorny, Tayler McGuire, Ande Godwin, Julia Gaspari and Olivia Liberati
AND
♦ Intrepid Dance Project presents Taking Flight. Based on the belief that everyone can dance, Intrepid welcomes all performers, including those who may have previously been turned away from the traditional world of dance and performing arts, regardless of age, size, ability, training or gender.

Thursday, July 11 at 8 p.m.

♦ Choreographer Leah Zeiger explores the body’s memory, daily habits and mindsets, both physically and emotionally, with You Live in My Spine. Zeiger’s somatic technique, the Body Memory Method, was crafted from her approach to understanding her own body’s lived experience as a survivor of an abusive relationship and sexual violence. Featuring dancers Alexis Amundarain, Alondra Perez, Amanda Sun and Amina Yufanyi. Original music composed by Max Berlin.

Friday, July 12 at 8 p.m.

♦ hasten dance and Kaia Makihara delve into a shared physical theater work exploring human grief, regret and finality with Bounded by Intervals. Dance artists include Makihara, Chelsea Roquero and Krystal Masteller (“hasten dance”), Jen Lacy, Orlando Agawin and Toby Echevarria, with music composed by Echevarria.

Saturday, July 13 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

♦ T O R R E N T and choreographer Caitlin Javech present Rupture, a highly physical duet that investigates the impact of catastrophic events and ruptures — in nature, in our lives and in our relationships — on the body and psyche. Featuring dancers Joe Davis and Rebecca Lee, with an original composition by Tyler Sanders.
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♦ Choreographer Gianna Burright presents As if everything was perfect, created in collaboration with performers Natalie Allen, Nicole Hagen and Alex Rix. Raw and intimate, the work reveals a sense of curiosity, joy and despair, silliness and serenity, revealing fantasies, nightmares, memories and utopias, real and imagined. Original music is composed by Sio Tepper.

Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m.

♦ Choreographer Hélène Bouboulis dances Dégagez, il n’y a rien à voir (“Move along, there is nothing to see”), revisiting the precision, speed, balance and control of classical ballet after a 28-year hiatus.
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♦ Genna Moroni and G.U.M. (Gorgeous Ugly Movement Collective) present calling from the void. Welcome to the void. Where we all experience absurd contradictions, the complexities of the human condition, and grapple with life’s toughest questions. Featuring Marlie Couto, Maija Knapp, Baylie Olsen, Jordan Saenz and Marirosa Crawford.

WHERE:
Odyssey Theatre
2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90025

PARKING:
On-site parking lot: $5.
Street parking available.

TICKET PRICE:
Single tickets: $25
Dance Festival Pass: Choose 3 shows for $60

HOW:
www.OdysseyTheatre.com
(310) 477-2055 ext. 2