Costume Designer

Lisa Portes is an educator, director, advocate and leader whose aim is to define and promote a new American narrative that is driven aesthetically and politically by the world we are becoming rather than the world we've been. She seeks to forge an American theatre that expands our understanding of who we are, blows open our assumptions of what our world looks like and extends us into the great, big, messy experience of being human in the 21st century. 

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Hedda Gabbler

Theodore and Adele Shank Theatre

"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" is a captivating theatrical performance scheduled to run from May 6th to May 18th at the Theodore and Adele Shank Theatre. This dark comedy, penned by the talented Phanésia Pharel and directed by Lamar Perry, delves into the complexities of being 15, especially when faced with the disappearance of a best friend. The narrative follows Maria and her friends as they embark on a desperate quest to uncover the truth behind her vanishing, exploring themes of secrets, female friendship, and crime-solving. The play poses profound questions about coming of age in a troubled world and the lengths one must go to survive.

Content Warning: Please note that the play addresses sensitive topics, including themes and dialogue related to childhood sexual assault.

The cast features Kat Peña as Salma, Gabriela D'Amico as Este, Colby Muhammad as Phoebe, and Gabriella Marie Johnson in the role of Maria, with a talented team of understudies and a creative team dedicated to bringing this story to life.

Tickets for the performance on Saturday, May 18th, at both 10:30 AM and 7:30 PM are currently sold out, with a waitlist available for those still hoping to attend.

About the Playwright: Phanésia Pharel is a Haitian-American playwright with a rich background and a member of the Obie award-winning EST/Youngblood group. Her work has been recognized and developed by prestigious institutions and has earned numerous accolades.

About the Director: Lamar Perry is a Queer Black director, producer, and educator with a wealth of experience in the theatre industry, including recent directing credits and contributions to the development of new works.

"Dead Girl's Quinceañera" promises to be a thought-provoking and entertaining experience, exploring significant themes through the lens of a dark comedy.

Costume Designer

Anabel Olguin

Events

Past events

7 - 16 Nov, 2024

Hedda Gabbler · University of California, San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance

May 18, 2024

Dead Girl's Quinceañera · University of California, San Diego Department of Theatre and Dance

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