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Dramatic Theatre · independent production · Ages 13+ · 1hr · United States of America
5 women wake up in a giant mason jar. A factory worker, a privileged intern, a middle manager, a immigrant cleaner, and a jilted sales girl. With only two things in common: they work for the same company and they're in the same jar, tensions rise and we see the risk of fear and power of solidarity.
5 women wake up in a giant mason jar. A factory worker, a privileged intern, a middle manager, a immigrant cleaner, and a jilted sales girl. With only two things in common: they work for the same company and they're in the same jar, tensions rise and we see the risk of fear and power of solidarity.

QFWFQ

Solo Theatre · Gregory Nussen · Ages 18+ · 65 mins · United States of America
QFWFQ is based on Italo Calvino's If On a Winter's Night a Traveler. A labyrinthine, surrealist journey that touches on the politics of gender, music, international relations and storytelling itself, QFWFQ is a show that never begins nor ends. You're confused. So are we. Co-directed by Hannah Pilkes
QFWFQ is based on Italo Calvino's If On a Winter's Night a Traveler. A labyrinthine, surrealist journey that touches on the politics of gender, music, international relations and storytelling itself, QFWFQ is a show that never begins nor ends. You're confused. So are we. Co-directed by Hannah Pilkes

GATZBY IS.

Musicals & Operas · The Gatzby Era · Ages 13+ · 30 mins · United States of America
A deconstruction of the American dream utilizing the Great Gatsby, time travel, music, and poetry. follow @TheGatzbyEra or visit TheGatzbyEra.com for more info
A deconstruction of the American dream utilizing the Great Gatsby, time travel, music, and poetry. follow @TheGatzbyEra or visit TheGatzbyEra.com for more info

THIS IS WATER

Musicals & Operas · From Here Forward, Inc. · Ages 16+ · 80 mins to 90 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 White family tell a true story about 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 White family tell a true story about America.

ANN AND ME: OR THE BIG BAD ABORTION PLAY

Solo Theatre · Jessica Bashline · Ages 12+ · 70 mins · United States of America
A harrowing and hilarious journey through the history of legal abortion in the United States, and one woman's struggle with her own reproductive rights.
A harrowing and hilarious journey through the history of legal abortion in the United States, and one woman's struggle with her own reproductive rights.

THE AMERICAN DREAM

Dramatic Theatre · ENovative Towers · Ages 15+ · 1hr · United States of America
How much does the American Dream cost? Is there an expiration date ? Is it available for everyone ? These next four years will either incite chaos or community, what side do you plan on being on ?
How much does the American Dream cost? Is there an expiration date ? Is it available for everyone ? These next four years will either incite chaos or community, what side do you plan on being on ?

THE YOUNG JANE SHOW

Musicals & Operas · Blue Vanity Productions · Ages 17+ · 30 mins · United States of America
After failing to assassinate a fascist dictator, 16 year old queer recording artist, YOUNG JANE, goes underground to hide-out and perform one last rebellious hip-hop/punk concert, streamed live on the dark web. *Rated-R for dark crude humor; discussions of violence; abuse and strong language*
After failing to assassinate a fascist dictator, 16 year old queer recording artist, YOUNG JANE, goes underground to hide-out and perform one last rebellious hip-hop/punk concert, streamed live on the dark web. *Rated-R for dark crude humor; discussions of violence; abuse and strong language*

EXES: THE MUSICAL

Musicals & Operas · deegie · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
EXES: The Musical is a Y2K nostalgia pop punk journey through deegie’s diaries that inspired a song about each of her exes.  She relives how pop culture (and rape culture) took her on a rollercoaster that left her screaming "Stop the ride!" A must-see for fans of Olivia, Avril, and Paramore.
EXES: The Musical is a Y2K nostalgia pop punk journey through deegie’s diaries that inspired a song about each of her exes.  She relives how pop culture (and rape culture) took her on a rollercoaster that left her screaming "Stop the ride!" A must-see for fans of Olivia, Avril, and Paramore.

AND HER CHILDREN

Dramatic Theatre · The Attic Collective · Ages 16+ · 80 mins · United States of America
A reimagining of Bertolt Brecht’s "Mother Courage and Her Children" this new play follows a contemporary Anna Fierling who profits off war through her position as a spokesperson for the NRA.
A reimagining of Bertolt Brecht’s "Mother Courage and Her Children" this new play follows a contemporary Anna Fierling who profits off war through her position as a spokesperson for the NRA.

THE MEETING

Immersive & Games · Theatre Unleashed · Ages 13+ · 100 mins · United States of America
The Meeting imagines a not too distant future where any form of art is banned and the utterance of banned words results in state-sanctioned violence. The Meeting is not a play. Because there are no plays under The Leader.
The Meeting imagines a not too distant future where any form of art is banned and the utterance of banned words results in state-sanctioned violence. The Meeting is not a play. Because there are no plays under The Leader.

A HISTORICAL GAY COMEDY STARRING NANCY REAGAN; CLOWN SHOW

Clown & Alternative Comedy · Drop Jaw Productions · Ages 16+ · 45 mins · United States of America
Nancy Reagan, GOAT, is in purgatory dressing room exposition status. In alternative factual fagology. oh Mary, don't ask! To occupy an enviable place in history, the ultimate achievement after death! We DARE you to say no. She's not the Nancy she wants to be. Warning: Piano
Nancy Reagan, GOAT, is in purgatory dressing room exposition status. In alternative factual fagology. oh Mary, don't ask! To occupy an enviable place in history, the ultimate achievement after death! We DARE you to say no. She's not the Nancy she wants to be. Warning: Piano

#PEASANTVIBES

Solo Theatre · E-Squared Entertaiment · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
She’s never shopped without being asked, 'Do you work here?' #PeasantVibes. Join her and a few plucky peasants in this solo show exploring the timeless struggles of looking like you work here—past and present.
She’s never shopped without being asked, 'Do you work here?' #PeasantVibes. Join her and a few plucky peasants in this solo show exploring the timeless struggles of looking like you work here—past and present.

TRU$T

Dramatic Theatre · Honey Creek Pictures · Ages 13+ · 70 mins · United States of America
October, 2011. An idealistic son returns to his wealthy Malibu family with an enigmatic Black friend from the Occupy Movement. A wealthy neighbor drops by. An expensive watch goes missing. What follows is an explosive, darkly funny drama about race, class, inequality... and veggie chips.
October, 2011. An idealistic son returns to his wealthy Malibu family with an enigmatic Black friend from the Occupy Movement. A wealthy neighbor drops by. An expensive watch goes missing. What follows is an explosive, darkly funny drama about race, class, inequality... and veggie chips.

SOLO

Comedic Theatre · Zuzubean Press · Ages 18+ · 30 mins · United States of America
Commander Jane is awakened out of suspended animation early on her way to the next habitable planet to discover that the solo mission she signed-up for, has been changed without her consent. Now she's 2.5 million lightyears from home... locked in a starship with a man who claims to be her overseer.
Commander Jane is awakened out of suspended animation early on her way to the next habitable planet to discover that the solo mission she signed-up for, has been changed without her consent. Now she's 2.5 million lightyears from home... locked in a starship with a man who claims to be her overseer.

GHOST TRAIN

Dramatic Theatre · Theatre of Divine Disruption · Ages 14+ · 1hr · United States of America
Onboard a train, conservative housewife Barbera enjoys a spirited debate with Marlene, a German transwoman. As they fiercely debate gender identity, book-burning & the rising right; anger softens into awareness as they struggle towards mutual acceptance. The train races on but who will step down?
Onboard a train, conservative housewife Barbera enjoys a spirited debate with Marlene, a German transwoman. As they fiercely debate gender identity, book-burning & the rising right; anger softens into awareness as they struggle towards mutual acceptance. The train races on but who will step down?
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