New Leaf Theatre Treehouse Readings
by New Leaf Theatre
New Leaf Theatre presents a series of Treehouse staged readings as part of the annual season selection process. Great Chicago performers are teamed with new and classic works. Treehouse readings are open to the public, details available at newleaftheatre.org
Episodes
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How We Got On - Idris Goodwin - Treehouse Readings
In the last of three Treehouse plays exploring the idea of "Home," hip-hop inspired playwright Idris Goodwin spins a classic American coming-of-age tale of three Midwestern teen rappers who have yet to discover the power of harmony over discord. Shortly after New Leaf began rehearsals for Idris'...
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Dandelion Momma - Greg Romero - Treehouse Readings
In the second of three Treehouse plays exploring the idea of "Home," Philadelphia playwright Greg Romero presents an enigmatic tale of the Great Depression as seen through memory, the struggle for family, and a young girl's vision of her world. Jessica Hutchinson directs.
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Burying Miss America - Brian Golden - Treehouse Readings
In the first of three Treehouse plays exploring the idea of "Home," Theatre Seven Artistic Director Brian Golden delivers a story of a hometown and a history that two siblings can't quite live down. Jessica Hutchinson directs.
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Brutal Selfish Rattlesnake - Aaron Weissman - Treehouse Readings
New Leaf presents a staged reading of a western by Aaron Weissman - featuring original music played by the dead, a corrupt sheriff, a brutal prospector, a gentle naturalist, and a father trying to protect his daughter and his land. Dan Stermer of Dog and Pony Theatre company directs.
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The Mailman Knows Who Shovels - John Steinhagen - Treehouse Readings
The New Leaf Treehouse Reading series continues with a commissioned play by John Steinhagen inspired by memoirs of long-time residents of Lincoln Park, Chicago.
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I'll Melt With You and Vow - Brandon Ray & Dan Rubin - Treehouse Readings
The New Leaf Treehouse Reading series continues with commissioned plays by Brandon Ray and Dan Rubin inspired by Geja's Cafe and the site of the Valentine's Day Massacre in Chicago.
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Raptor and Scavenger - Bilal Dardai - Treehouse Readings
From Neo-Futurist Bilal Dardai comes an unproducable play inspired by the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago - a perfect kick-off to New Leaf's Treehouse Reading series.
About this show
New Leaf Theatre presents a series of Treehouse staged readings as part of the annual season selection process. Great Chicago performers are teamed with new and classic works. Treehouse readings are open to the public, details available at newleaftheatre.org
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