Photos: SHADES AND SHADOWS at the Magic Theatre

The Back with Two Beasts recently presented the World Premiere of Shades and Shadows, by William Brasse. Directed by CC Miller, Shades and Shadows ran through May 3, 2026. Check out photos below!

A chance encounter at Delphi. A shade from the underworld, a loveless wanderer, and a man with a mysterious burden. All meet the prophetess and tell her the sad story of Orpheus and Eurydice. Three travelers, three versions of the same story.

The cast of Shades and Shadows features Amanda Vitiello as Pythia, James Mercer II* as Orpheus, Bobby August Jr as Aristaeus, Jessica Bettencourt as Eurydice, and Teo Lin-Bianco, Tatianna Steiner, and Ella Wright as the dance chorus trio.

*Member of Actors' Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers.

In addition to William Brasse and CC Miller, the creative team includes Aurie Stetzel (Violinist), Amanda Hayami (Costume Designer), Iu-Hui Chua (Choreographer), David Coulter (Composer), Riley Richardson (Lighting Designer), Hanbyul Joo (Props), CC Miller (Set), Hana Hiratai (Assistant Director), Elio Amador (Co-Stage Manager), and Chloë Parmelee (Co-Stage Manager).