storytelling

From the youngest of five in an old school Texican family to a stunted adulthood hiding his true identity, Adrian is finally dragged out of the closet (kicking and screaming) at 30. “Hilarious, touching, entertaining and a little wild.” -nohoartsdistrict.com Directed by Jenni Melear.

Ageless Wonders is a triumphant one woman performance designed to enlighten people on aging in modern times under the direction of Best National Solo Artist Jessica Lynn Johnson. This musical/dramedy promises to shed light on the benefits and challenges of entering the club of senior wonderhood.

We’re all afraid of something, right? Maybe the dark or heights or a broken-down mechanical movie shark. After all, phobia is anything but reasonable. This show explores the often funny journey of facing what scares us most in hopes that it's the first step in overcoming it.

WINNER! 2018 PRODUCER'S ENCORE AWARD! Out of options, a broke, down-on-her luck writer reluctantly mentors a federal prisoner to help him write his story, which then goes on to become a best-selling novel and movie.

IT’S JUST MY LIFE is a collection of powerfully life-affirming true stories, written and performed by the strong women who lived them. What seems extraordinary and overwhelming to us, just becomes part of the fabric of these women’s lives; the new normal.   

LeRoy "Phat Trane" Johnson has managed to quietly nudge his way into American culture. Now, recently out of prison, Phat Trane is ready to tell his story. Come hear some of his famous songs and the stories behind them in this new show.... Phat Trane: FOUND

Betty, a recovered alcoholic everymom from middle America, packs up her life in preparation for an epic adventure to the red planet. Her memories, shared with unfiltered dry wit, will surprise and charm you.

"Still Life of an Orange and Other Puppet Parables" includes a series of fables that are absurd, funny and poignant. Through storytelling, video and puppetry, performance artist Jean Minuchin takes the audience on a journey into todays most pressing issues through the charm of puppetry.

The Story of My Life follows the friendship of Alvin and Thomas. These lifelong friends are reunited after Alvin's mysterious death as Thomas struggles to write Alvin's eulogy while recounting the many turns that their lives have taken since meeting as children.

A dramedy by Lucky Mor, inspired by Jay-Z's 4:44. Brothers come together to discuss what to do with their recently deceased parent’s estate. Misunderstandings, vulnerabilities, and resentments surface threatening the already fragile family unit. 4 brothers, 4 different views, 4 secrets revealed.

A veteran is homeless on the streets of San Francisco. A migrant worker has lost his job after a weeklong bender. A college student faces the impending doom of graduating. A young woman becomes unexpectedly pregnant. Through spoken word poetry, music and visual art their stories become a reality.

Burlesque, Circus, Magic, Comedy...and a few home truths! British actress Cat LaCohie reveals the truth behind her multi-talented Burlesque persona ‘Vixen DeVille”. A show guaranteed to leave you entertained and inspired.

Through the lens of three separate stories, Benevolence is an original two act drama about how our most important decisions are rarely made by us.

BEST OF BROADWATER Award and Best International and Inkwell Theater Playwright Promise Nominee! Two added shows Friday June 29 at 9:30 p.m. and Sunday July 1 at 7:00 p.m.! An important and timely drama, by acclaimed UK playwright Henry Naylor.

Through anecdotes and song, Laura Coyle tells a sharply funny and poignant story about growing up with a mom who some may call... A Piece of Work.