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Musicals & Operas · From Here Forward, Inc. · Ages 16+ · 80 mins · United States of America
As America's pendulum swings from cultural soul-searching to non-White history being scrubbed from government websites, singer-songwriter Rain Perry looks to her own family history to help tell a true American story.
As America's pendulum swings from cultural soul-searching to non-White history being scrubbed from government websites, singer-songwriter Rain Perry looks to her own family history to help tell a true American story.

ANTONY ZIONI - TALES OF THE ANCIENT EAST

Musicals & Operas · Antony Zioni · Ages 12+ · 45 mins · United States of America
Temptation awaits! An ancient storyteller has been sent to the underworld for an unspeakable sin, he is resurrected from the depths of hell, as he takes you on a dark and magical journey through the lost legends of the ancient East... The serpent is coiled, the fruit is ripe—do you dare take a bite?
Temptation awaits! An ancient storyteller has been sent to the underworld for an unspeakable sin, he is resurrected from the depths of hell, as he takes you on a dark and magical journey through the lost legends of the ancient East... The serpent is coiled, the fruit is ripe—do you dare take a bite?

TO BE LIBERATED

Dramatic Theatre · Ezekiel Drama Ministry · Ages 12+ · 30 mins · United States of America
Against the backdrop of Korea’s Liberation in 1945, Liberation follows two women bound by a painful past—one who compromised to survive and one who refused to yield. As their long-awaited reunion unfolds, buried secrets resurface, forcing them to confront guilt, faith, and the true price of freedom.
Against the backdrop of Korea’s Liberation in 1945, Liberation follows two women bound by a painful past—one who compromised to survive and one who refused to yield. As their long-awaited reunion unfolds, buried secrets resurface, forcing them to confront guilt, faith, and the true price of freedom.

OH CONSTANTINE!

Comedic Theatre · The Society of the Cellar · Ages 16+ · 55 mins · United States of America
“OH, CONSTANTINE!” is a sharp, satirical comedy set during the Byzantine empire in 325 A.D. at Emperor Constantine’s Court during the Council of Nicaea, where four unruly bishops and a barmaid with a secret agenda debate the Trinity, turning holy debates into unholy laughter!
“OH, CONSTANTINE!” is a sharp, satirical comedy set during the Byzantine empire in 325 A.D. at Emperor Constantine’s Court during the Council of Nicaea, where four unruly bishops and a barmaid with a secret agenda debate the Trinity, turning holy debates into unholy laughter!

AMELIA EARHEART - DECLASSIFIED

Dramatic Theatre · Goodthum · Ages 14+ · 2hrs · United States of America
“Amelia Earhart - Declassified” is the first script reading for a proposed motion picture that is timely, topical and true. The last two years of this iconic, beloved American heroine's life are brought to life using newly revealed interviews and declassified materials. Her legend continues to grow.
“Amelia Earhart - Declassified” is the first script reading for a proposed motion picture that is timely, topical and true. The last two years of this iconic, beloved American heroine's life are brought to life using newly revealed interviews and declassified materials. Her legend continues to grow.

A HAUNTING REVUE

Dramatic Theatre · J-P Theatre Productions · Ages 12+ · 90 mins · United States of America
Night Gallery on stage - original pieces for horror and sci-fi fans! 1) Birds of a Feather 2) The Inheritance of Dracula 3) La Mano del Mono Previously performed to sold-out audiences and rave reviews in North Hollywood. Brought to you by acclaimed new company J-P Theatre Productions!
Night Gallery on stage - original pieces for horror and sci-fi fans! 1) Birds of a Feather 2) The Inheritance of Dracula 3) La Mano del Mono Previously performed to sold-out audiences and rave reviews in North Hollywood. Brought to you by acclaimed new company J-P Theatre Productions!

TIFFANY CAPUTO: A PSYCHIC EVENING WITH LONG ISLAND'S OTHER MEDIUM

Comedy & Variety Acts · Charlotte Moroz · Ages 0+ · 50 mins · United States of America
Tiffany Caputo wants the world to know that her cousin, Theresa Caputo, isn't Long Island's only medium. Join Tiffany for an evening of psychic readings and stories you've literally never heard before. Appointments are limited, book now!
Tiffany Caputo wants the world to know that her cousin, Theresa Caputo, isn't Long Island's only medium. Join Tiffany for an evening of psychic readings and stories you've literally never heard before. Appointments are limited, book now!

RAG DOLL ON A BOMB SITE

Musicals & Operas · Shelley Cooper · Ages 15+ · 50 mins · United States of America
It’s opening night of The Threepenny Opera when Kurt Weill drops a bombshell that Lotte Lenya’s name is not in the program and demands they cancel. Lenya passionately recalls her disturbing childhood that includes physical abuse, and rape, will it be enough to convince Kurt to let her perform?
It’s opening night of The Threepenny Opera when Kurt Weill drops a bombshell that Lotte Lenya’s name is not in the program and demands they cancel. Lenya passionately recalls her disturbing childhood that includes physical abuse, and rape, will it be enough to convince Kurt to let her perform?

BLOOD BRIDES

Solo Theatre · Bespoke Plays · Ages 13+ · 50 mins · United States of America
What happens between Lady Macbeth's final exit and her death? She summons the spirits of Clytemnestra, Bathsheba, and Igraine in this story-spell of marriage, motherhood, murder, survival and legacy. Performed by Mary Chieffo (Star Trek Discovery). Written and Directed by Ellie Pyle (Bespoke Plays).
What happens between Lady Macbeth's final exit and her death? She summons the spirits of Clytemnestra, Bathsheba, and Igraine in this story-spell of marriage, motherhood, murder, survival and legacy. Performed by Mary Chieffo (Star Trek Discovery). Written and Directed by Ellie Pyle (Bespoke Plays).

SYNCOPATED DEBAUCHERY: A RAGTIME CELEBRATION

Solo Theatre · Eve Elliot · Ages 16+ · 75 mins · United States of America
Discover the lush, sexy and often dangerous world that birthed a musical revolution! Award-winning pianist Eve Elliot takes you on a hilarious vaudevillian romp through the bawdy barrooms and bordellos of 1895 in this one-woman show packed with live piano, song, and mayhem.
Discover the lush, sexy and often dangerous world that birthed a musical revolution! Award-winning pianist Eve Elliot takes you on a hilarious vaudevillian romp through the bawdy barrooms and bordellos of 1895 in this one-woman show packed with live piano, song, and mayhem.

ICE CREAM BLONDE

Solo Theatre · Wide Eyes Productions · Ages 14+ · 45 mins · United States of America
In 1935, actress and restauranteur Thelma Todd died mysteriously, igniting a media firestorm and leaving more questions than answers. Now, she's here to break down the case with the audience -- but there's more than meets the eye.
In 1935, actress and restauranteur Thelma Todd died mysteriously, igniting a media firestorm and leaving more questions than answers. Now, she's here to break down the case with the audience -- but there's more than meets the eye.

MR. BIG BY BRIAN KNUDSON (ADAPTED FROM A SHORT STORY BY WOODY ALLEN)

Comedic Theatre · Brian Knudson · Ages 18+ · 30 mins · United States of America
In this clever crime caper, a femme fatale hires a hard-boiled detective to find...God. This parody in the style of film noir has been adapted from a short story in Woody Allen's collection "Getting Even." (1971). Mr. Big is one of Woody's early gems...refined, witty and wonderfully absurd!
In this clever crime caper, a femme fatale hires a hard-boiled detective to find...God. This parody in the style of film noir has been adapted from a short story in Woody Allen's collection "Getting Even." (1971). Mr. Big is one of Woody's early gems...refined, witty and wonderfully absurd!

BELA LUGOSI MEETS EDNA ST. VINCENT MILLAY

Solo Theatre · Past Times · Ages 18+ · 55 mins · United States of America
The zany tale of Lugosi, the iconic star of "Dracula," and Millay, the Jazz Age poet—how the feminist who burns the candle at both ends meets (or does she?) the vampire player from Hungary hoping to leave his mark on the world, or at least on its neck.
The zany tale of Lugosi, the iconic star of "Dracula," and Millay, the Jazz Age poet—how the feminist who burns the candle at both ends meets (or does she?) the vampire player from Hungary hoping to leave his mark on the world, or at least on its neck.

ELTON IN VICE-BOYS SCANDAL

Solo Theatre · Fringe Management LLC · Ages 15+ · 1hr · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
SHOCKING EXPOSÉ! This EXCLUSIVE World Premiere play NAILS the TRUE STORY of the lawsuit which changed a nation. It features Britain’s BIGGEST EVER libel case and the TITANIC struggle between the WORLD’S BIGGEST STAR and the WORLD’S MOST POPULAR Daily. IT’S ELTON JOHN VS THE SUN!!!
SHOCKING EXPOSÉ! This EXCLUSIVE World Premiere play NAILS the TRUE STORY of the lawsuit which changed a nation. It features Britain’s BIGGEST EVER libel case and the TITANIC struggle between the WORLD’S BIGGEST STAR and the WORLD’S MOST POPULAR Daily. IT’S ELTON JOHN VS THE SUN!!!

NO BETTER MAN

Solo Theatre · Central City Productions · Ages 12+ · 1hr · United States of America
Liquor and drugs for all, judgment for none! A wife in each city; a new fortune made (and lost) every year. Crossing a continent, washing his hands(!), and treating natives and moralizers alike with dignity and respect, Doc Maynard defied the rules to create the City of Seattle.
Liquor and drugs for all, judgment for none! A wife in each city; a new fortune made (and lost) every year. Crossing a continent, washing his hands(!), and treating natives and moralizers alike with dignity and respect, Doc Maynard defied the rules to create the City of Seattle.
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