STORY
Provocative perspectives through spoken word, poetry, and theatre

Dr. Janaki Rangarajan: YONI
February 25 | 5:30 pm | Lab II
YONI is a dance/spoken word endeavor that explores the myriad shades of the female energy to question our (mis)understanding of the female existence today.

Too Much Damn Theater: Chupachocolata
March 1 | 7:00 pm | Lab I
Chupachocolata follows Jocelyn, an up-and-coming Latina pastelería (bakery) owner battling conflicting pressures to achieve her dreams. It is a story of identity and work-life balance.

Vincent Stovall: The Truth According to Uncle Vinny
March 2 | 7:00 pm | Lab II
Uncle Vinny is that unfiltered funny uncle who says whatever he feels and has an opinion on a wide range of topics.

The Artist Network: Collide-A-Scope
March 2 | 7:00 pm | Lab I
The performance will use Spoken Word to address relatable,  topics within the unique lifestyles of each performer.

Mouse on the Move
For ages 1 -5 
March 7 – 10 | Lab I
Two adventurous mice are ready to explore the world beyond their tiny mouse-hole. This is a multi-sensory experience where children will receive a small suitcase of props with which they help the actors tell the story.

Andrew Simpson Ensemble:
Buster Keaton’s OUR HOSPITALITY
March 8 | 7:00 pm | Lab II
Buster Keaton’s classic family-feud comedy, OUR HOSPITALITY, is partnered by a new score inspired by bluegrass and 19th-century American styles.

Christion Ty Edwards:
The Sad Life Of A Happy Man
March 9 | 7:00 pm | Lab I
This piece explores creativity, getting tossed into the throws of depression and suicidal ideation, and finding purpose in it all before the clock runs out.

AreteArts: Afroprophetic:
Art transforming minds and nature
March 9 | 7:00 pm | Lab II

A selection of African artworks displayed, accompanied by musical performance and spoken word. Audience engagement through interactive live posting with artists from across Africa.