Merry Me at Diversionary Theatre
Dates: 5/15/2025 - 6/15/2025
📍 Theatre: Diversionary Theatre
4545 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92116
Phone: 619-220-0097
Tickets: $10-$60
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When a mysterious blackout leaves a navy stranded near enemy territory, the libidinous Lieutenant Shane Horne puts her very specific talents to use, including with the general’s wife. Meanwhile, a famed Angel sends the Navy’s psychiatrist on an epic quest to save humanity. A subversive, sapphic sex farce of classically epic proportions, Merry Me is a madcap and mischievous mashup of ancient mythology and restoration comedy—and an ode to female pleasure.
Cast and Creative Team for Merry Me at Diversionary Theatre
Cast
Winnie Beasley
Lt. Shane Horne
Andréa Agosto
Dr. Jess O'Nope
Mak Shealy
Mrs. Sapph Memnon
Coleman Ray Clark
Pvt. Willy Memnon
Jacquelyn Ritz
Mrs. Clytemnestra Memon
Troy Tinker-Elliot
Gen. Aga Memnon
Michael Amira Temple
The Angel
Creative Team
Hansol Jung
Playwright
Vanessa Stalling
Director
Jenny Case
Associate Director
Shannon Humiston
Stage Manager
Padra Crisafulli
Padra Sound Designer, Composer
Annelise Salazar
Lighting Design
Claire Peterson
Costume Design
Scenic Design
Mathys Herbert
Props Design
Kristen Flores
Production Assistant
Joshua Gutierrez
Production Dramaturg
Jesse Marchese
Avery Simonian
Crew
Kasey Schmidt
Crew
Bella Haack
Crew
News About Merry Me at Diversionary Theatre
Feature: The 2025 Theatre I Kept Thinking About, Long After the Applause
December 29, 2025 Think of it not as a “Best of” but as a yearbook of some of the San Diego shows that lingered with me long beyond closing in 2025
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Review: MERRY ME at Diversionary Theatre is a Sexy, Sparkly Farce filled with Angelic Chaos
May 28, 2025 If you like your theatre smart, sexy, and a little bit sacrilegious, then “Merry Me” is the genre-bending farce for you! Running at Diversionary Theatre through June 15th.
MERRY ME Comes to Diversionary Theatre
April 15, 2025 Diversionary Theatre has announced the San Diego premiere of Merry Me, written by Hansol Jung, and directed by Vanessa Stalling. Learn more about the show here!
Diversionary Theatre Reveals New Artistic Director
June 06, 2024 Starting June 15, 2024, Diversionary Theatre has announced the selection of Sherri Eden Barber as the new Artistic Director. Barber will fill the position left open by the departure of Matt M. Morrow in June of 2023.
Diversionary Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
May 03, 2024 Diversionary Theatre has announced its 39th (2024-2025) season, which will feature a line up of premieres that will continue to honor the theatre's legacy of bringing LGBTQIA+ audiences new and exciting stories for, by, and about the community.About the Theatre
Diversionary Theatre Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
Where is Diversionary Theatre located?
Diversionary Theatre is at 4545 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA.
What shows have played recently at Diversionary Theatre?
RENT (05/21/26-05/30/26)
What is the history of Diversionary Theatre ?
Founded in 1986, Diversionary Theatre is recognized as one of San Diego’s best theatres, and proudly showcases the most vibrant and diverse group of talent the city has to offer. We aim to foster and amplify the next generation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other marginalized voices by providing the local community with live entertainment in a dynamic, inclusive, and welcoming environment that celebrates and preserves our unique culture. Diversionary Theatre began as a forum to shed light on the important social issues affecting the quality of life of LGBTQ+ people, namely the AIDS crisis and its immediate and devastating impact on the community through the performing arts.
What shows are coming up next at Diversionary Theatre?
Ni Mi Madre (08/13/26-09/06/26)
Arrowhead (11/12/26-12/06/26)
Mother Play (02/18/27-03/14/27)
Take Me Out (05/20/27-06/20/27)
Arrowhead (11/12/26-12/06/26)
Mother Play (02/18/27-03/14/27)
Take Me Out (05/20/27-06/20/27)
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