A little about the show:
Fed up with the disappointment-filled world of gay online dating, Skip Powers volunteers to go to Mars. The National Association of Space Astronauts says, “Sure. You’ll do. You leave in a week.” Skip thinks he’s ready to leave the planet, but he’s a little less prepared when the love of his life tries to keep him on earth. This comedy, about what it means to attempt to live your life in the pursuit of great things, spans a million years and fifty-five million miles.
The show, a timely exploration of distance and longing for connection, is bound to strike a chord during these bizarre times.
It’s for a Good Cause:
In lieu of a ticket price, we ask that you make a tax-deductible donation via our PayPal. Proceeds will go to support the Davis Phoenix Coalition: a queer organization working to bolster the local LGBTQIA+ community and eliminate intolerance. Please join us in supporting your community as we bring this new work from page to (virtual) stage.
How to watch:
The show will stream on January 21st, 22nd, and 23rd at 6 pm (PST) via Catalyst: A Theater Think Tank’s webinar platform: bit.ly/Catalyst-SmallSteps. Register now to receive a link to the showtime of your choice!
About the Playwright:
Briandaniel Oglesby has an MFA in Playwriting from the University of Texas at Austin and an MFA in Creative Writing from UC Riverside. He grew up in Davis, CA, where he co-founded Barnyard Theatre with a group of local theatremakers. He's a three-time National Finalist for the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, and won the Latinidad Playwriting Award; he also won the award for Outstanding Playwriting from the New York International Fringe Festival. Locally, his work has been produced by Acme Theatre (The Jungle Book, The Twelve Huntsmen) and Big Idea Theatre (The Jungle Book), and has been developed at B Street, Cap Stage, and SF Playhouse. He is now Director of Theatre Arts at Skybridge Academy outside of Austin, TX, where he writes and develops new work for teen actors.
Cast
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Creative Team
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J.R. Yancher - Producer & Assistant Director
Ed Lee - Sound Designer
Mari Carson - Costume Designer
Patrick M O'Reilly & Megan Kimura - Tech Ninjas
Alex Clubb - Videographer & Video Editor