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SEPTEMBER 9-15 | LYRIC STAGE
Building on the success of our Summer Theater Festivals in New York City, Atlanta, and Los Angeles, SheDFW will bring our mission and vision to the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Texas artists have always made up a large portion of our nationwide script submissions, so now, we’re bringing the Festival to you! We can’t wait to see what women, trans, & non-binary voices of Texas bring to the stage for our first annual SheDFW Theater Festival, September 9-15, 2024.
CASTING NOTICE
Some of our Festival shows are now casting! Read over the show summaries and casting notices below, and then click here to submit your materials to be considered for casting. If the show’s creative team is interested in scheduling you for an in-person audition, they will reach out to you directly. Please note that only the shows with the “Casting Notice” button are currently casting.
MEET THE SHOWS
for bo
By Ayvaunn Penn
Inspired by the real-life murder of Botham Jean that took place in Dallas, TX, FOR BO unpacks the unfortunate tragedy that befalls the Jones family when brother and son Bo Jones is murdered in his own home by police officer Amy Guy. Through contemporary free verse poetry, rhythm, percussion, and dance this fictional narrative explores the social issues that lead to Bo Jones’ death and how society, particularly the black community, grapples with the resulting trauma. Most of all, FOR BO reminds us that each thought and action has the power to change tomorrow for worse or for better.
BO art by Brian Dickson Jr.
PERFORMANCE TIMES:
- Tuesday September 10, 2024 7:30pm
- Friday September 13, 2024 8:00pm
the martyr
By Leo Rodriguez
1959: Priscilla has grown up a ward of the nuns of Saint Catherine’s Academy, and she’s desperately seeking a divine purpose in life — and reeling from her feelings for another girl. Scrappy, genderqueer Sky has been sent to Saint Catherine’s by parents trying to literally straighten them out. When Priscilla thwarts Sky’s attempt to escape the Academy, the two accidentally awaken the ghost of a student who died on campus decades prior. Attempting to set her to rest and solve the mystery of her death, they uncover secrets about the school that shake Priscilla’s faith — and form an unexpected connection.
PERFORMANCE TIMES:
- Wednesday September 11, 2024 7:30pm
- Saturday September 14, 2024 5:00pm
olivia o, a new musical
Book & Lyrics by Jessica Carmona & Diane Currie Sam
Music by Gil Yaron
Set in El Paso, Texas, Olivia O is the story of a 14-year-old girl who is separated from her mother at the US/Mexican border and sent to an abusive foster home, and her aunt who builds a community of support and activism in an effort to find her. Will she be able to reunite this family separated by cruel immigration policies?
PERFORMANCE TIMES:
- Thursday September 12, 2024 7:30pm
- Saturday September 14, 2024 1:00pm
under the jello mold
Written and Performed by Jennie Fahn
Jennie’s mom was not your typical Jewish mother. A trained dancer, she lived life with vigor – expressing herself freely, wherever she went, making herself the life of the party at every turn. But the brightest flame often burns those it touches. Jennie is left to handle her mom in her final months. When the truth behind her mom’s toughness is revealed, will love win out? Under the Jello Mold is roller-coaster comedy that packs an emotional punch.
PERFORMANCE TIMES:
- Saturday September 14, 2024 8:00pmBuy Tickets
- Sunday September 15, 2024 1:00pm
TICKET INFORMATION
All SheDFW Performances will be held at Lyric Stage:
1170 Quaker St
Dallas, TX 75207
Lots of shows look good? Get a Festival Pass!
THE 2-SHOW PASS
For $40, get tickets to two performances of your choice in the Festival!
Savings of $10
THE FULL FESTIVAL PASS
Get the full SheDFW experience! For $75, get tickets to all four shows in the Festival.
Savings of $25!
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
The SheDFW Festival is proud to partner with MusicalWriters.com to produce this year’s musical production, Olivia O!
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Get Involved
Want to be involved in the inaugural SheDFW Theater Festival? We’d love to hear from you! We hope to make this a truly community event, so encourage DFW-based artists, arts adminstrators, and organizations to reach out by signing up below, or emailing DFW@shenycarts.org.
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