An Optimist's Guide to the Dark Ages at Phoenix Theatre Company
Dates: 1/24/2026 - 1/25/2026
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The Phoenix Theatre Company presents the 28th Annual Richard P. Stahl Festival of New American Theatre, featuring a diverse lineup that includes play readings, musical performances, and an improvised musical event. Among the highlights is a musical reading of An Optimist's Guide to the Dark Ages, written by Chris Dimond and Michael Kooman, where the world’s only optimist embarks on a comedic quest to end the Dark Ages. The festival runs from January 9 to 25, 2026, at the Judith Hardes Theatre, showcasing both established and emerging talent in the theatre community.
Cast and Creative Team for An Optimist's Guide to the Dark Ages at Phoenix Theatre Company
Creative Team
Colm Summers
Playwright
Sami Horneff
Artist
Katie Brady
Composer
Eric Powers
Co-composer
Chris Dimond
Bookwriter and Lyricist
Michael Kooman
Composer
Danny Feldman
Artist
Amanda D'Archangelis
Artist
Michelle Chin
Festival Director
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