Author: Dreamwell Theatre

Coming Soon: Artemesia opens June 27 for one weekend only

Artemisia The Iowa premiere of a brand new work by Lauren Gunderson! Directed by Carrie Pozdol June 27-29, 2024 at 7:30 pm June 30, 2024 at 2:00 pm The James Theater (213 N Gilbert St, Iowa City, Iowa 52245) Tickets can be purchased through The James Theater website. Artemisia Gentileschi was the most celebrated female painter of the 17th century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Attacked at just seventeen, publicly shamed and tortured to prove her truth, Gentileschi nevertheless fought for her art and the freedom to make it on her own terms. Always contending with her father, consumed with passion for her lover, and ferociously devoted to her children, Artemisia is a modern woman before her time. Artemisia is a work of humor and warmth that celebrates the courage, artistry, and humanity of a woman who attacked the glass ceiling with every brush stroke. Content Note: The script contains adult language and situations, as well as discussions of sexual assault, and the death of a...

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Get Tickets for Artemisia Now!

Artemisia by Lauren Gunderson Directed by Carrie Pozdol Click Here for Tickets Have a vouchers for a free ticket? Contact us at boxoffice@dreamwell.com to ensure a seat at the performance. June 27-29, 2024 at 7:30 pm June 30, 2024 at 2:00 pm The James Theater (213 N Gilbert St, Iowa City, Iowa 52245) The Iowa premiere of a brand new work by Lauren Gunderson! Artemisia Gentileschi was the most celebrated female painter of the 17th century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Attacked at just seventeen, publicly shamed and tortured to prove her truth, Gentileschi nevertheless fought for her art and the freedom to make it on her own terms. Always contending with her father, consumed with passion for her lover, and ferociously devoted to her children, Artemisia is a modern woman before her time. Artemisia is a work of humor and warmth that celebrates the courage, artistry, and humanity of a woman who attacked the glass ceiling with every brush stroke. Content Note: The script contains adult language and situations, as well as discussions of sexual assault, and the death of a...

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QueertopIA 7:30pm March 2

QueertopIA, an evening of entertainment March 2, 2024, 7:30 pm, at The James Theater. QueertopIA, an evening of entertainment (18+): Dreamwell Theatre and Pride Alliance Center are co-hosting QueertopIA 2024! Join your neighbors and friends in celebration and reflection, while basking in community support. Enjoy a variety of live music, spoken word, burlesque, and drag-lesque performances by amazing, and talented local artists. Fifty percent of the proceeds from this evening will be donated to Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund! Including performances by: Abbi Normal Brett Hoffman Deb Tiemens  Joe Cool Lord Lovebug Mary Vermillion Sir Anne Wrappe Suggested donations: $15 for Adults $10 for Seniors $5 for Students General Admission tickets are for sale now. Assuming seating is still available, walk-ups are welcome! No one turned away for lack of...

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Pleasure Play Cast

Dreamwell Theatre announces the cast of Pleasure Play by Eli Campbell, directed by Meredith Alexander: Maeve – Owen Brightman Gracie – Emma Bibb Abby – Mary Lukas Synopsis: Pleasure Play is a brand-new work by UI Playwright, Eli Campbell. When Maeve’s mother shows up at their place of work, Maeve must decide what they’re willing to sacrifice in order to reconnect. Meanwhile, the life they’ve built with their partner, Gracie, seems to be descending into a fantasy state – and look, there’s aliens! November 10, 11, 17, & 18 at 7:30PM at The...

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Auditions for Pleasure Play

Auditions for Pleasure Play by Eli Campbell Dreamwell Theatre will hold auditions for Pleasure Play by Eli Campbell, directed by Meredith Alexander. Auditions will take place September 8 & 9. Performances will be November 10, 11, 17 & 18 at The Artifactory. Rehearsals will begin in October. Auditions: Friday, September 8, 4:30-6:30 Iowa City Public Library – Room D Saturday, September 9, 11:00-1:00 Iowa City Public Library – Room E Actors should prepare a piece of two minutes or less, memorized (no books or paper prompts), from a character in a play. The script will be available for your perusal at the Iowa City Public Library beginning August 27. Questions can be directed to elisabethross7@gmail.com Synopsis: Pleasure Play is a brand new work by UI Playwright, Eli Campbell. When Maeve’s mother shows up at their place of work, Maeve must decide what they’re willing to sacrifice in order to reconnect. Meanwhile, the life they’ve built with their partner, Gracie, seems to be descending into a fantasy state – and look, there’s aliens! Characters: Maeve (they/them): 28ish. Our protagonist. Trying to balance life with their partner Gracie and their newly rekindled relationship with their mother. *The character of Maeve should be played by an individual identifying as trans, nonbinary, or gender nonconforming.* Gracie (she/her): 35ish. Maeve’s long time partner. Abby (she/her): 55ish. Maeve’s...

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