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Silent Joy, a New Play

ensemble theatre · Empty Space Artistry · Ages 13+ · United States of America

world premiere

About the Project

Adapted from an upcoming graphic novel, Silent Joy tells the story of a girl trapped by her own demons who decides to help a kind, mute boy named Joy whose mouth is sewn shut. Together they set out on an epic journey, facing otherworldly perils, to seek revenge on the person that inflicted this abuse on Joy. In the end, the girl must face her darkest memories to find redemption for her friend and discover the truth about herself.

A modern narrative inspired by the classic quest story, Dante’s “Inferno”, Silent Joy is an enthralling tale of friendship and forgiveness that at once deals with the messiness of humanity and contemplates the reasons for existence.

This epic drama of love and forgiveness is brought to life with an ensemble cast of 10 and 2 live musicians playing an original score.

Learn More at Silentjoytheplay.com

Production Team

Alysia Smith

alysia smith *

production designer
Kelly Beckert

kelly beckert *

production assistant
Christen Rangel

christen rangel *

assistant director
Nicole Rangel

nicole rangel *

assistant production designer
Joshua Lopez

joshua lopez *

cast member
Janette Valenzo

janette valenzo *

cast member/mental health coordinator
John Logie

john logie *

cast member
Ramzi Kelley

ramzi kelley *

cast member
Aaron Griffin

aaron griffin *

cast member
Melissa Ordaz

melissa ordaz *

writer/director/producer
Matt Ordaz

matt ordaz *

composer/percussionist
Zach Beckert

zach beckert *

story/writing consultant
Megan Walker

megan walker *

cast member/sound designer

* Fringe Veteran

silent joy, a new play