Author: Dreamwell Theatre

Georgia McBride Coming in April!

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...

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Cast Announced for The Legend of Georgia McBride

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...

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World Premiere of Shiver by Wren Stone

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...

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Auditions for Mort by Terry Pratchett®

Announcing open auditions at Iowa City Public Library for Mort, the first show of our 28th season! Sunday, August 10, 12:30-3:30 pm, Meeting Room A Monday, August 11, 6-9 pm, Meeting Room D Matt Brewbaker is directing “Mort”, adapted for the stage by Stephen Briggs from the the Discworld® novel of the same title, written by Sir Terry Pratchett®. Show dates are October 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 pm and October 19 at 2 pm at The James Theater Synopsis: Death comes to us all. When he came to Mort, he offered him a job. But when Mort is left in charge for an evening, he allows his heart to rule his head and soon the whole of causality and the future of the Discworld itself, are at risk. Along the way, Mort encounters not only Death’s adopted daughter, Ysabell – who has been 16 for 35 years – and his mysterious manservant Albert – whose cooking can harden an artery at ten paces – but also an incompetent wizard with a talking doorknocker and a beautiful, but rather bad-tempered and dead, princess. He also, of course, meets Death. In Terry Pratchett’s Discworld, Death is a 7 foot skeleton in a black hooded robe and wielding a scythe. He is also fond of cats, enjoys a good curry, and rides around the skies on a magnificent white horse called...

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QueertopIA!

We’re excited to bring back QueertopIA to The James Theater on August 2 at 7:30 PM.  Join us for an evening of entertainment organized by Iowa Pride House and Dreamwell Theatre. 50% of profits will be donated to Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund. Learn more about ITMAF here. Tickets for QueertopIA can be found online through The James. Because we are raising money for ITMAF, we ask that you consider making a donation in an amount that is accessible for you. You can do this by entering in an amount while buying your ticket. Suggested donations are as follows: $15 for Adults $10 for Seniors/Military/Veterans $5 for Students Tickets will also be available at the door if seats are available. No one turned away for lack of funds. For online ticket sales, click...

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