Theater that ignites.
We use the actor’s physicality to create visceral performances that spark the imagination and ignite conversation.
By drawing upon the imaginative and expressive power of the actor’s body we seek to explore the human psyche to create performances that allow audiences to derive new meaning from spoken and unspoken language.
We seek to tell universal human stories by innovative means to spark the imagination and help audiences better understand themselves and the world around them.
A tale as old as now
An Iliad is a modern-day retelling of Homer’s classic. Poetry and humor, the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. The setting is simple: the empty theater. The time is now: the present moment. The lone figure onstage is a storyteller—possibly Homer, possibly one of the many bards who followed in his footsteps. He is fated to tell this story throughout history.
Remembering Rachel
We are deeply saddened by the recent passing of one of our beloved collaborators, Rachel Nelson. As a composer and actor, Rachel was central to the creation of our 2016 work, Bluebeard’s Dollhouse. In addition to her many talents and wonderful creativity, Rachel brought a deep sense of care to our work that transformed the space and inspired all of us.
In 2013 Rachel also created her memoir musical THE URBAN HERMIT, which toured nationally. This coming-of-age story about coming out, sobering up, and street busking was directed by Beth Margolis Brooks, founding member of the MB Adaptors Theatre Company. As Rachel’s studies in Margolis Method were foundational to her creative and performing process, please also consider making a donation to the Margolis Method Training Center.
Rachel brought us the depth of human experience in all of her performances along with an irresistible sense of joy. We are grateful for the gifts that she shared with us and we will miss her greatly.
“An enthralling theatrical experience, unique and classical at the same time.”
— John Townsend