Costume Designer

Allie Moss is a third-year MFA student originally from Columbus, Ohio. Prior to attending UCSD, she was based in San Francisco.  UC San Diego credits: Late: A Cowboy Song, Boxed, Orlando, and Romeo and Juliet. Bay Area directing credits include Far Away (A.C.T. MFA Program), Restoration Master Reset (Cutting Ball Theater), Cloud 9 and American Hero (Custom Made Theatre Co.), and Hookman (A.C.T. Young Conservatory). Allie also served as the literary manager and casting associate at American Conservatory Theater, where she dramaturged mainstage productions, co-produced A.C.T.'s annual New Strands Festival, cast mainstage shows, and taught audition prep classes for high school, undergraduate, and graduate acting students. Allie has a BA in Theater from Goucher College and is an associate member of SDC.

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Vinegar Tom

University of California San Diego

**Event Title:** The Half-Sibling Play

**Playwright:** Agyeiwaa Asante

**Director:** Ludmila de Brito, MFA 2

**Dates:** April 29 - May 17

**Location:** Theodore and Adele Shank Theatre, UC San Diego

**About the Show:**
"The Half-Sibling Play" is a poignant exploration of family, grief, and identity, penned by the talented Ghanaian-American theatre artist, Agyeiwaa Asante. The narrative unfolds as half-siblings Kweku and Amoaa, who have grown up in separate households and have never been close, are brought together by the unexpected death of their father. Their journey from Brooklyn to Ghana to pay their respects and claim their birthright becomes a deep dive into the complexities of sibling relationships, the absence of a parent, and the quest for belonging. This play is a heartfelt examination of what it means to come home, to connect with family, and to confront the past.

**Content Warning:** The play includes themes of Blood and Self-Harm.

**Director's Note:** Ludmila de Brito describes the play as a "love letter" to those navigating the turbulent waters of grief and the quest for love and acceptance. It's a narrative that acknowledges the messy, non-linear process of healing and the power of finding those who understand our deepest pains and struggles.

**Cast Highlights:**
- Amoaa: Ruva Chigwedere
- Kweku: Nate B. Smith
- Understudies include Cyera Ellis (U/S Amoaa) and Halin Moss (U/S Kweku).

**Creative Team:**
The production boasts a talented creative team, including Assistant Directors Halin Moss and Karla Leon, Dramaturg Jazmine Logan, Scenic Designer Tzu Yu Su, Costume Designer Ting Xiong, Lighting Designer Vida Huang, Sound Designer Harper Justus, and many more dedicated artists.

**Tickets:** The performance on Friday, May 17 at 7:30PM is sold out, indicating the high demand and anticipation for this production. A waitlist is available for this date.

**About the Playwright:** Agyeiwaa Asante is a third-year MFA student with a rich background in exploring the black diaspora and intraracial/cultural dynamics through her work. Her accolades include the Kennedy Center’s Page-to-Stage Festival 2017, the Watermelon One-Act Festival- Best Production 2019, and the Bret Adams and Paul Reisch Foundation’s Ollie Award for emerging playwrights in 2020.

**About the Director:** Ludmila de Brito, a Brazilian director of Indigenous descent, is known for her passion for politically urgent and transcendent storytelling. Her previous work includes directing in Brazil and India, and she is a Lin Manuel Miranda Family Fellow.

This event promises to be a powerful and moving experience, exploring deep themes of family, loss, and identity through the lens of two siblings' journey to reconnect with their roots and each other.

The Half-Sibling Play

Theodore and Adele Shank Theatre

**Event Title:** No Singing In The Navy

**Dates:** May 10 - May 18

**Location:** Arthur Wagner Theatre, UC San Diego

**About the Show:** "No Singing In The Navy" is a unique theatrical experience that delves into the lives of three silly sailors who have 124 hours in San Diego before being shipped off to war. This play serves as a loving yet sardonic riff on the golden, problematic age of musical theater, exploring the collision of American innocence and nostalgia with the harsh realities of political turmoil and uncomfortable truths. Directed by Aysan Celik and penned by Milo Cramer, this production promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of themes relevant to our times.

**Performance Schedule:** 
- **Final Show:** Saturday, May 18 at 7:30PM - SOLD OUT
- **Waitlist Available:** For the final show on May 18 at 7:30PM

**The Cast:**
- Sailor 1: Bailey Lee
- Sailor 2: Elliot Saga
- Sailor 3: Ellen Nikbakht
- Understudies include Emjay Williams, Tommy Huebner, and Madeleine Kerr, among others.

**Creative Team Highlights:**
- Music Director: Padra Crisafulli
- Scenic Design: Maddie Butler
- Costume Design: Ting Xiong
- Lighting Design: Stephaney Knapp
- Dramaturg: Natalia Demko
- Fight & Intimacy Director: Rachel Flesher

**About the Playwright:** Milo Cramer, a third-year MFA student, brings to life a narrative that seeks to unravel human connection and misunderstanding through a deeply personal and innovative lens. His previous works, including the audio-play "Boy Factory" and the play "Cute Activist," have been critically acclaimed for their insightful and fresh perspectives.

**About the Director:** Professor Aysan Celik, with over 20 years of experience as an actor and theater-maker, brings her expertise and unique vision to this production. Her work often explores the intersection of comedy and social justice, making her the perfect fit for directing a play that challenges conventional narratives and invites audiences to reflect on broader societal issues.

**Ticket Information:** While the final performance is sold out, interested attendees are encouraged to join the waitlist for a chance to experience this compelling production. Further details and ticket policies can be found on the UC San Diego Theatre and Dance website.

**Note:** For more information on the cast, creative team, and additional insights into the play and its creators, attendees are encouraged to view the digital program available online.

Ting Xiong

Costume Designer

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 22 - Dec 7, 2024

Vinegar Tom · University of California, San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance

Past events

Nov 22 - Dec 7, 2024

Vinegar Tom · University of California, San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance

Apr 29 - May 17, 2024

The Half-Sibling Play · University of California, San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance

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