World Premiere Drama BURT...A HOMELESS ODYSSEY Comes to Theatre 68

In celebration of their 17th Year in Los Angeles, Theatre 68 are delighted to present a World Premiere, by Sam Henry Kass in "BURT...A HOMELESS ODYSSEY," one of six plays in the Theatre 68 Festival Series. Directed by Ronnie Marmo. The show premieres in the MainStage on Saturday, February 10th, 2018, at 7:00PM. Tickets on sale at: www.Theatre68.com

A Poet's search for acceptance, understanding & respect, leads him on a homeless journey throughout the big city. Through Burt's eyes & words, we witness all that too many of us try to avoid-- Homelessness, hunger, pain, political unrest & uncertainty, & ultimately a belief and hope that all is not quite lost. We see a country in turmoil-- Lost and forgotten souls, ignored by the masses, yet refusing to not have their voices heard. "BURT" is about the spirit to not only survive, but to flourish. The fire that burns in all of us, & mankind's ultimate refusal to yield one's dreams, hopes, & spirit. An ode to a severely damaged country, and a belief that together we not only can save each other, but also help to rebuild a society we can all once again, be proud to call our own.

This play pays homage to people who aren't recognized, the creative souls, artists and street-people. The lost and forgotten we pass-by on the street and don't give a second glance. But guess what? In this play, we are going to stop and listen to them.

Written by Sam Henry Kass
Directed by Ronnie Marmo
Assistant Director: Hope Bello LaRoux
Co-producers: Ronnie Marmo, Katy Jacoby, Veniese Razo
Technical Director: Peter Osterweil

Cast:

Ed Dyer "Burt", Laura Lee Botsacos "Sadie", Jennifer Nwene "Lorna", Chris Kelly "Cop 1 / Mime / Barron Trump", Thomas F. Evans "Cop #2", George Russo "Lawyer", Raf Mauro "Rabbi", Toni Perrotta "Volunteer", Nima Jafari "Immigration Officer", Hansford Prince "Homeless Guy", Drew Hinckley "Actor", Hope Bello LaRoux "Young Woman", Kelly Mullis "Society Woman / Melania Trump", Joseph Covino "Isaac"

Burt...A Homeless Odyssey will open Feb. 10th - March 31, 2018, (part of the Theatre 68 Festival Series). Theatre 68 MainStage is located at 5112 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA. 91601.
Performances are Saturday & Sunday 7:00PM.
Running time will be 80 minutes
No performances on Feb. 18th and March 18th
General admission will be $25.00 per show.
*Tickets and information on each show will be found at www.theatre68.com