Author: Dreamwell Theatre

Upcoming auditions for Hail Mary, written and directed by local playwright, Zoe Sense-Grossberg! Auditions are at the Iowa City Public Library: August 2nd from 1:30-4:30 pm, Meeting Room D August 3rd from 5:30-8:30 pm, Meeting Room E *Please note that the role of Mary has been precast* The script, and sides for the audition will be available for a 2-hour check out at the 2nd floor info desk, beginning July 22nd. Sides will also be provided by the director at auditions. Show dates: September 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th at 7:30 pm and the 27th at 2pm at The ArtiFactory Tech week will begin the weekend before. Rehearsal schedule will be determined based on availability. Please bring your calendars. Synopsis: Mary is having strange dreams. OLIVIA— mid 20s, cis woman, former aspiring actor, recently converted to Catholicism, marginally delusional, Mary’s childhood best friend, doing a very classic tiktok influenced trad wife thing. Must be comfortable with some light intimacy (kisses, embraces) and violence. Must be comfortable with the use of homophobic, misogynistic, and transphobic language. DEAN— mid 30s, cis man, a playwright on the rise, a Catholic convert, cool, gorgeous, and seemingly self assured with a fanatical streak, Olivia’s boyfriend, has that Brooklyn intellectual aesthetic, was probably part of Dimes Square. Must be comfortable with intimacy (intense kisses, embraces, full body contact) and some more intense violence. Must be comfortable with the use of...

Dreamwell Theatre and Pride Alliance Center are co-hosting QueertopIA 2026! Join your neighbors and friends in celebration and reflection, while basking in community support. Fifty percent of the proceeds from this evening will be donated to the Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund. Order your tickets...

Join us for The Legend of Georgia McBride by Matthew Lopez, directed by Michele Payne Hinz. Performances will be held April 23, 24, 25 at 7:30 pm and April 26 at 2 pm at The James Theatre Order Tickets Synopsis: He’s young, he’s broke, his landlord’s knocking at the door, and he’s just found out his wife is going to have a baby. To make matters even more desperate, Casey is fired from his gig as an Elvis impersonator in a run-down, small-town Florida bar. When the bar owner brings in a B-level drag show to replace his act, Casey finds that he has a whole lot to learn about show business—and...

We are thrilled to announce the cast of The Legend of Georgia McBride! Casey: Sam Larson Jo: Jo Jordan Jason: Eric Teeter Eddie: Aaron Pozdol Tracy: Joshua Fryvecind Rexy: Bryant Duffy Ensemble: Melissa Kaska We can’t wait to see what Michele, her team, and this cast deliver! Thank you to everyone who auditioned. We were grateful to have so many excellent people show up. We hope to see you next time! Join us for the production April 23, 24, 25 at 7:30 pm and April 26 at 2 pm at The James...

Join us for the world premiere of Shiver by Wren Stone, directed by Owen Brightman. February 14, 15, 20, 21 at 7:30pm at The Artifactory Love and addiction. Aspen and Dogwood are left stranded in the woods after getting into an accident on the way to Aspen’s wedding. Though they are not alone, there are strange and eccentric creatures that inhabit the woods. Some that are helpful, some that are more ambivalent to the two. As time seems to strain and twist, both Aspen and Dogwood are made to reflect on the moments that lead them to exactly where they are as they try to find their way through the woods. Featuring:Emma Bibb as AspenReuben Thomas as DogwoodGrant Blades as AxelMaddie Trainor as The King of CrowsSusan Wu as The Witch of The WoodsAlex Mackay as Man In A Hole Content Note: This play contains adult language, sexual content, and mentions of violence. Get your tickets here. When opening a drama or musical theater, fire safety should be part of the planning process to protect the audience, performers, and crew members. Installing smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and emergency lighting, while ensuring all exits remain clearly marked and unobstructed, help prepare the theater for emergencies. Prioritizing fire safety with the help of The Fast Fire Watch Company is also highly...