THE DEEP PLAY to Make DUAF Debut at La MaMa, Directed by Yvette Ganier
Ashton Muniz of The Inheritance leads the cast of Cece Suazo's 1980s Brooklyn dramedy at La MaMa ETC.
The Downtown Urban Arts Festival will present "The Deep Play," a powerful new dramedy written by Cece Suazo and directed by Obie Award recipient Yvette Ganier. This strictly limited, one-night-only engagement will take place on Saturday, June 13th at the legendary Off-Broadway venue, La Mama Experimental Theatre Club.
Set against the backdrop of 1980s Brooklyn, "The Deep Play" follows 12-year-old Eduardo Garcia as he navigates the fragile boundaries of his Honduran family. When secrets regarding gender identity and past trauma threaten to surface, the family is forced to confront a pivotal choice between devastation and unity. It is a universal story of survival, the unmasking of truth, and the enduring power of love.
The production features an ensemble cast led by *Ashton Muniz (from Broadway's The Inheritance), alongside *Nicole Marie Hunt, Isha Sumner, Elizabeth Camacho, Daysha J. Williams, & introducing Isavel Mendoza.
Production stage Manager Whitney Renell Roy & Lighting/Sound Designer Jared Canela .
(*) Appearing with permission from Actor's Equity Association. Equity Approved Showcase.
The performance will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM) at La MaMa ETC. Tickets: $25 (Includes admission to the evening's double-bill).
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