The Theatre School at DePaul University Presents THE DEATH OF GAIA DIVINE, Beginning 5/2

The Theatre School at DePaul University presents THE DEATH OF GAIA DIVINE, by Jacob C. Shuler, and directed by John Jenkins, as the featured production in the 2012 New Playwrights Series. THE DEATH OF GAIA DIVINE opens Friday, May 4, and runs through Sunday, May 13, 2012, at the Greenhouse Theater Center. Performances are Wednesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2 PM. Previews are on May 2 and May 3 at 7:30 PM.

In a post-apocalyptic reality, a has-been drag queen God is ready to write the end of her life's story - but it would mean the end of the world. Will Benji and Tallulah compel their deity Gaia Divine to give them time to start their new life together, or will she pull the plug? A dark and inspired tale of loss and love, Shuler's new play infuses poetry and kisses with heartbreak and devastation.

Admission is FREE but reservations are recommended. Call the Box Office at (312) 922-1999.

New Playwrights Series productions feature a new play written by a current Theatre School student or recent graduate. To learn more about past projects, The New Playwrights Series or the BFA Playwriting curriculum, please visit: http://theatreschool.depaul.edu.

The Greenhouse Theater Center is located at 2257 N. Lincoln Ave., in Chicago. The theatre is accessible via public transportation, and street parking is available. For more information please contact the Box Office at (312) 922-1999.

JACOB C. SHULER (Playwright) will graduate in June, 2012 with his BFA in Playwriting from The Theatre School at DePaul University. He hails from Upstate New York. At DePaul, Jacob has served as head Dramaturg on HEDDA GABLER, MEDEA, and THE WITCHES, as well as Assistant Dramaturg on A RAISIN IN THE SUN. His DePaul directing credits include assisting on THE BOYS IN THE BAND, and directing his own adaptation of August Strindberg's THE STRONGER, a part of the Theatre Studies Lab Series. He interned in the literary department of Northlight Theatre where he worked on dramaturgy for A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS and DADDY LONG LEGS.

The cast features Camden Brown (Gaia Divine), Alex Seeley (Benji), and Daniela Colucci (Tallulah).

The production staff includes John Jenkins (Director), Jacob C. Shuler (Playwright), Megan Truscott (Scenic Designer), Molly C. V. Ryan (Costume Designer), Ellie Humphrys (Lighting Designer), Mikey Moran (Sound Designer), and Jean E. Compton (Stage Manager).

An Opening Night Party will be held on Friday, May 4, 2012, following the performance. A post-show discussion will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2012 (7:30 PM). Contact the Box Office for more information.