LYSISTRATA Will Come to Dance Loft on 14
Emma Jaster directs the Aristophanes adaptation, starring Aja Goode in the title role
Glass Canon Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production of Lysistrata, a fresh and dynamic adaptation of the classic comedy by Aristophanes. Directed by Emma Jaster and adapted by Jaster and Gil Mitchell, with assistance from Stephen Halliwell, Sarah Ruden, and others, this production brings new life to an ancient story with contemporary relevance and theatrical energy.
Running from May 23 through June 7, 2026, at Dance Loft on 14 (4618 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C.), Lysistrata explores themes of power, resistance, and unity through the lens of one of history's most enduring comedies. In this inventive and thoroughly physical staging, audiences can expect a bold, engaging interpretation that highlights the wit and urgency of Aristophanes' original work while speaking directly to modern audiences.
The production opens with preview performances on Saturday, May 23 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 24 at 2:00 PM, followed by opening night on Sunday, May 24 at 7:30 PM, with a reception to follow. Additional performances run Thursdays through Sundays, with Industry Night and a celebration of Glass Canon Theatre Company's first anniversary on Monday, June 1 at 7:30 PM, Women and Nonbinary Affinity Night on May 28th, BIPOC Affinity Night on June 5th, and Pride Night on June 6th.
Cast
Aja Goode - Lysistrata + Ensemble
Surasree Das - Myrrhine + Ensemble
Tracy Coffey - Nikki + Ensemble
Cristina Sánchez - Cali + Ensemble
Pauline Lamb - Lampito + Ensemble
Clint Blakely - Kinesias + Ensemble
Hana Clarice - Understudy Kinesias, Dictonius
Michael Allen Chamberlin - Dictonius ("Dic") + Ensemble
María del Mar Rodríguez - Understudy Nikki, Cali
Layali Aljirafi - Understudy Lysistrata, Myrrhine, Lampito
Creative Team
Director - Emma Crane Jaster
Costume Designer - Sabrina Mandell
Musical Director - Clint Blakely
Sound Designer - Chelsea Prillerman
Composer - Emily Erickson
Lighting Designer - Niya John
Fight Choreographer - Bess Kaye
Intimacy Choreographer - Bess Kaye
Assistant Director - Layali Aljirafi
Adapted By - Gil Mitchell, Emma Crane Jaster
Adapted From - Aristophanes, Sarah Ruden, Stephen Halliwell, Athenian Society
Stage Manager - Paige Washington
Dramaturg - Gil Mitchell
Props Designer/Master - Sabrina Mandell
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