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August 2018
“Chapter 23” at Minnsky
12 dancers, 6 movements, 5 choreographers ... 1 chapter at Minnsky, 1517 Central Ave. N.E. The creators say this show is appropriate for ages 2-6 and up.
Find out more »Whales
Inspired by punk rock, game shows, puppetry and Herman Melville’s masterpiece Moby-Dick, Hit The Lights! Theater invites you to catch a glimpse of the dark world that brought us a legendary white whale and the men that hunt him. Performances: Aug. 5 and 6, 7 pm; Aug. 7 and 11, 8:30 pm; Aug. 9, 10 pm.
Find out more »The Immaculate Big Bang
Sparked by the death of his father and birth of his daughter, Comedy Central Comedian Bill Santiago goes in search of answers and laughs at the border of science and religion. Ages 16+.
Find out more »Soft
The dating app said it was looking for "nice guys" and "hopeless romantics" for a new experiment...so here he waits, ready for anything. He is desperate. He is soft. He will bleed. Written by J. Merrill Motz. Ages 18 and up only. Performances: Aug. 3, 7 pm; Aug. 4 and 8, 5:30 pm; Aug.6, 8:30 pm; Aug. 11, 10 pm.
Find out more »Wit and Wisdom of Will Rogers
Created by Mel Aanerud, the words are those of Will Rogers. Aanerud tells the life, wit and wisdom of Will Rogers in Will's own words – covering Will's life and his views on the issues of his day, which mirror, very closely, those of our own time. Appropriate for ages 12-15 and up. Performances: Aug. 3, 10 pm; Aug. 5, 4 pm; Aug. 7, 8:30 pm; Aug. 11, 5:30 pm; Aug. 12, 1 pm.
Find out more »Eddie Poe by The Coldharts
A stand-alone sequel to the 2014 and 2015 smash hit 'Edgar Allan'... Sixteen-year-old Edgar Allan has one goal: to gain mastery over his subjects at the University of Virginia. He has one obstacle: Eddie Poe. Ages 12-15 and up. Performances: Aug. 3, 8:30 pm; Aug. 5, 4 pm; Aug. 7, 10 pm; Aug. 8, 8 pm; Aug. 12, 1 pm.
Find out more »Theory of Relativity
Dance that explores the shared human experience through the scientific lens of physics. Full of unique, light-hearted, and complex works that seek to find a place on our spacetime continuum. Flashing lights. Ages 7-11 and up.
Find out more »Slapdash Panic: Comedy Suitcase ended up in the Fringe Festival with 3 weeks’ notice and no show!
On July 10th, a last-minute spot opened up. Suddenly Comedy Suitcase was in the Fringe! Now, Levi and Joshua give audiences a peak behind the curtain and show them how they build a show from nothing to finished. Ages 2-6 and up.
Find out more »The Womyn’s Mysteries
By See-Saw Theater Lab: Leaders. Lovers. Killers. Mothers. Rebels. Prophets. Women's stories from the Bible are transformed for modern voices & challenges today. Told by a diverse ensemble through storytelling, movement, and song. Appropriate for age 16 and up. Performances: Aug. 4, 5:30 pm; Aug. 6, 8:30 pm; Aug. 8, 10 pm; Aug. 11, 7 pm; Aug. 12, 2:30 pm.
Find out more »African Roads, American Streets By Universal Dance Destiny
A family-friendly fun-filled show featuring a strong mix of urban and cultural performances unveiling a unique story of multiculturalism and solidarity, based on a childhood journey from Liberia to New York. Appropriate for kids age 7-11 and up. Performances: Aug. 2, 7 pm; Aug. 5, 5:30 pm; Aug. 8, 8 pm; Aug. 10, 8:30 pm; Aug. 12, 2:30 pm.
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