Three original short plays, each reflecting life in 2020, distanced and mask-required.
Safe Viewing for work that is anything but.
American Lives Theatre returns with a bang. SPF 2020 is festival occurring over three consecutive nights. Each night features three plays that depict the horror, humanity and – yes, humor – of 2020:
The God Barber of 49th Street by Jamaal McCray
A simple haircut reveals an apocalyptic sense of doom. Set in a barbershop in Indy, this two-hander exposes a city that is simmering on high. A crisis of addiction, poverty and police brutality tip into madness and anarchy in a play that is both horrifying and hilarious.
Paradise by Brandi Underwood
David wanted a fresh start; Diana was forced into one. Two strangers at crossroads in their lives. They meet at a resort in paradise. Then a third character enters the scene: COVID-19.
Small Boat by Jamaal McCray
What happens when you’re stuck in a tiny place with just your beloved? Quarantined audiences will relate to this comedic take on a couple who has all the time in the world to repeat a cycle of resentment, blame and … devotion?
Three tiers of ticket pricing. $20 Suggested Price, $25 Theatre Lover Price, $10 for those affected by the events of 2020. Students, seniors and military may also use the $10 ticket price. Seating will be at tables outside, distanced. Masks are required. 90 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission. All volunteers will be masked and gloved. Sanitizing stations will be provided. We recommend purchasing tickets ahead of time on the website (no additional fees), but we will be equipped to sell tickets onsite one hour prior to showtime. All performances are at 7 pm. There are two rain dates: Sat 8/29 and Sun 8/30, both at 5 pm. If there is a rain cancellation for the Sunday evening performance, there is no makeup performance.
Email: chris@americanlivestheatre.org
2020/08/28 - 2020/08/30
IndyFringe Pocket Park
719 E. St. Clair St., Indianapolis, IN 46202
Please email the Artistic Director at chris@americanlivestheatre.org for handicapped parking options.