“One of the most important theatrical events of the season.” – Richard Sanford, Columbus Underground
Now in it’s fifth year, the Next Stage Initiative makes its debut at the Columbus Museum of Art. Be part of the growth & nurturing of some great plays as they come into their own.
AVLT has a vested interest in daring, new plays. The Next Stage Initiative provides opportunities for up and coming playwrights – both local and national – to share their works in various stages of development. Six talented playwrights from Columbus and beyond will share their unfinished works and provide audiences with opportunities to witness the creative process unfolding.
Recommended if You Like: Exploration, risk, and experimentation
February 17 — 26, 2017
Columbus Museum of Art
480 E Broad St.
There will be a casual, post-show conversation with the cast and crew after every performance. Playwrights will be included as indicated below.
Dear Piqua
written and performed by Drew Eberly
directed by Audrey Rush
Talkback with the playwright.
Give It All Back by Calamity West
directed by Jessie Boetcher
Laura Days or Little House in the Big City
by Emily Dendinger
directed by Elizabeth Wellman
Talkback with the playwright.
Matter Out of Place
by James Ijames
directed by Shilarna Stokes
Cellular
by Joe Kopyt
directed by Yolanda Board
Talkback with the playwright.
two lightly staged readings
The Armor Plays: Cinched and Strapped
by Selina Fillinger
directed by Karie Miller