WICKED LIT 2017 Lineup Announced!
Unbound Productions Executive Director Jonathan Josephson, Artistic Director Paul Millet, and Producing Artistic Director Jeff G. Rack have announced the details for WICKED LIT 2017, the company's 9th annual immersive theatre event that will for the 8th year take place at Mountain View Mausoleum and Cemetery in Altadena, California.
The production will run from September 29-November 11, 2017 and feature world premiere adaptations of Ambrose Bierce's The Damned Thing, adapted by Jeff G. Rack (The Monkey's Paw, The Unammable), directed by Sebastian Munoz (Force of Nature Productions); Thoth's Labyrinth, adapted by Jonathan Josephson (Anansi and the Demons, Humana Festival), Directed by Darin Anthony (The Grove of Rashomon, Moving Arts); and Margaret Oliphant's The Open Door, Adapted by Kirsten Brandt (The Snow Queen, Berzerkergäng), Directed by Paul Millet (Holmes, Sherlock and The Consulting Detective; Smoke and Mirrors). The frame for Wicked Lit 2017: Liliom, by Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm (O'Neill Finalist), Directed by James Castle Stevens (From Beyond enhanced staged reading in 2015, Glendale Center Theatre). Time Out Los Angeles called Wicked Lit "One of the best Los Angeles theater productions for fall 2016!" WL15 was recognized as "Ovation Recommended" by LA Stage Alliance, WL14 and WL15 won four Ovation Awards - twice for "Best Sound Design" and additional Awards for Costumes and Lighting, all in the "Large Venue" category. Both WL13 and WL14 were named the "Best Halloween Event of the Year" by Hollywood Gothique.
For the past four years, WICKED LIT has played to 100% capacity drawing over 13,000 patrons to Altadena during that time. The immersive event has been named one of the best Halloween events of the year by LA Magazine, NBC Locals (Los Angeles). Thrillist and Theme Park Adventure, and listed as the best in immersive/outdoor theatre in Southern California by Time Out Los Angeles and Culture Spot LA. Terry Morgan of Stage Raw called WICKED LIT "An autumnal treat! For those who want to celebrate Halloween in an unusually theatrical way, this event won't disappoint." Pasadena Weekly said "I think of WICKED LIT as a treasure to start the holiday season. You should, too."
WICKED LIT 2017 will run seven weeks and feature the popular behind-the-scenes "Backstage Experience" for an additional fee. This fundraising initiative allows a small number of guests to receive insight from the creators of the show while touring the Mausoleum.
WICKED LIT audiences will experience three short plays as they are led through the grounds of the mausoleum and cemetery by Storyguides. WICKED LIT is a walking show - patrons must be able to comfortably walk a minimum of 2,000 steps and climb stairs in order to experience this production. WICKED LIT 2017 may contain mature themes, theatrical violence, and sexual situations - the production is recommended for audiences ages 16+. The running time will be approximately 3 hours including two intervals.
The design team for WICKED LIT 2017 includes Kurtis Bedford (Production Builder), Christine Cover Ferro (Costume Designer), Robin Lynn (Asst. Costume Designer/Wardrobe Mistress), Drew Dalzell (Sound Designer), Noelle Hoffman (Sound Designer), Julie Pound (Resident Make-Up Designer), Judi Lewin (Co- Make-up Designer/ Wig & Hair Design), Hilda Kane (Lighting Designer), Darrell Clark (Lighting Designer), Joe Seely (Lead Puppeteer), McKenzie R. Eckels (Props Designer). The production team includes TaShaunna Peterman (Production Manager), Julie Ouellette (Production Stage Manager ~ Liliom), David Patrick (Master Electrician), Paolo Greco (Sound Master), and Benjamin Scuglia (Stage Manager ~ Thoth's Labyrinth).
The mission of Unbound Productions, the theatre company that produces WICKED LIT, is to reimagine timeless stories for new audiences by creating immersive, theatrical adaptations of literature.
THE PLAYS
The Damned ThingAdapted by Jeff G. Rack
Directed by Sebastian Munoz
From the short story of the same name by Ambrose Bierce
A man is part of an investigation into his own mysterious and brutal death. When the dead man's friend becomes a suspect in his murder, he uses his newfound spirit powers to discover who - or what - really killed him.
Featuring John T. Cogan, Ian Heath, and Michael Prichard.
Thoth's LabyrinthBy Jonathan Josephson
Directed by Darin Anthony
Inspired by the Egyptian legend "The Book of Thoth" Set in 1972 Altadena, three adventurers and their sidekicks are on the hunt for one of the most sought after artifacts of ancient history - The Book of Thoth. The Book is said to grant the reader magical abilities and limitless power. As the adventuring pairs pursue the Book, deeply kept secrets and painful lies are revealed as an offbeat archaeological expedition becomes a race between life and death.
Featuring Dan Billet, Joe Camareno, Kevin Dulude, Sawyer Fuller, LizAnne Keigley, David Ty Reza and Morgan Zenith.
The Open Door
Adapted by Kirsten Brandt
Directed by Paul Millet
From the short story of the same name by Margaret Oliphant Modern reason clashes with the occult in this classic 1882 ghost story thriller. It'll take a village to get to the bottom of the nefarious happenings taking place in the abandoned ruins, and with a young boy's life in the balance, there is no time to waste. Featuring Bradley Bundlie, John Patrick Daly, Jena Hunt, Richard Large, Michael Perl, Brian David Pope and Tessa Willshire The frame for Wicked Lit 2017:
Liliom
By Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm
Directed by James Castle Stevens
Inspired by the play of the same name by Ferenc Molnár
Featuring Todd Andrew Ball, Jennifer Novak Chun, Alec Gaylord and Tosca Minotto
PERFORMANCES AND TICKETS:
September 28 (preview)
Saturday-Sunday, September 30-October 1
Thursday-Sunday, Oct 5-8
Thursday-Sunday, Oct 12-15
Wednesday-Sunday, Oct 18-22
Wednesday-Sunday, Oct 25-Oct 29
Thursday-Sunday, Nov 2-5
Thursday-Saturday, Nov 9-11
All performances will begin promptly at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets range from $40-80, see website for details.
Backstage Experience passes will be available for an additional $25.
For more information go to wickedlit.org or call (323) 332-2065.
Mountain View Mausoleum & Cemetery
2300 N. Marengo Ave. Altadena CA 91001
AMPLE FREE PARKING ON THE GROUNDS
Please consult a map before driving to the Mausoleum
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