TOUCH
TOUCH
by Toni Press-Coffmandirected by Bryan Bellamo
A Play by Toni Press-Coffman about the majesty of love’s uniting bond,
from the earth, to the night sky, and far, far into the cosmos...
Science and spirit entwine when Kyle, a reserved young astronomer, and Zoe, his flamboyant, faithful soul mate, recklessly fall in love. When something as profoundly dark, random and chaotic as the night sky tears them apart, Kyle traces through his past as he struggles to reconnect to the world instead of retreating to the cosmos. Touch is a tender reminder that time and space are wondrous, miraculous healers, and that within even the most sheltered parts of the heart there exists a bright flash of hope.
“A gripping, heart-wrenching, tender drama whose scenes shift seamlessly, character to character, past to present.” —The New York Times
“A deeply touching play.”—The Miami Herald
WHO: Written by Toni Press-Coffman. Ms. Press-Coffman is a Bronx-born playwright who has authored more than 15 plays; they include “CHILDREN OF THE LAND”, “DEAN THE SUBLIME,” “THE FEAST,” and “TRUCKER RHAPSODY.” “TOUCH” was produced at the 2000 Humana Festival and later produced in 2003 at the Women’s Project.
Directed by Bryan Bellomo. Mr. Bellomo has performed in theatres throughout Los Angeles and New York. He is the former Artistic Director of The Sacred Fools Theater Company and was a producer/director of their long-running late-night comedy smash, “CRIME SCENE.” Acting highlights include: “VIEW OF THE DOME” (Garland Award, Best Comedy Ensemble); “WANT'S UNWISHED WORK” (LA Weekly Nom, Best Comedy Ensemble); “SHE LOVES ME” (Irene Ryan Nomination); “HENRY IV 1&2” (American Globe Theatre); “AS YOU LIKE IT” (Touchstone); and “DANCING AT LUGHNASA” (Michael). Film credits include the feature “ENEMY EMPIRE” and the shorts “BLOOD & WATER,” “WHITE SCREEN” and “AFTER HEAVEN FALLS.” Bellomo was named the 2009 Valedictorian of the prestigious two-year Meisner training program at the Joanne Baron / D.W. Brown studio. Following this production he will enter production on his original web series,” ROOMIES,” and begin pre-production to direct his first screenplay, “REBOUND.
Produced by Dig Theater Group (DTG) (www.digtheater.org) a not-for-profit theater ensemble that aims to combine true naturalism with sensitive theatricality. Founded in 2010 its mission is to produce new and classic works that lighten and embolden the spirit, revel in the poetry of language, and create theatrical experiences through distinct and human portraits.
DTG believes that theater is elevated to an art form through a relentless pursuit into text and craft, by exploring and sharing meaningful events, real emotions, honest behaviors, hidden cultures, and questioned philosophies. DTG commits to the reverent act of digging, digging, and digging deeper still. Plainly and simply, Dig Theater Group just digs theater and it is grown from, and nurtured and supported by, a community of those who also dig theater.
1211 4th Street
Santa Monica , CA 90401
Opening02/12/2010 |
Closing02/14/2010 |
Showtimes
Friday at 8pm.; Sunday at 7pm; No performance on Saturday
310-394-9779 x1
Click here to reserve tickets online
$15.00 all seats; includes a post-show reception
Cast
Featuring (in alphabetical order):
Bryan Bellomo. Bellomo has performed in theatres throughout Los Angeles and New York. He is the former Artistic Director of The Sacred Fools Theater Company and was a producer/director of their long-running late-night comedy smash, “CRIME SCENE.” Acting highlights include: “VIEW OF THE DOME” (Garland Award, Best Comedy Ensemble); “WANT'S UNWISHED WORK” (LA Weekly Nom, Best Comedy Ensemble); “SHE LOVES ME” (Irene Ryan Nomination); “HENRY IV 1&2” (American Globe Theatre); “AS YOU LIKE IT” (Touchstone); and “DANCING AT LUGHNASA” (Michael). Film credits include the feature “ENEMY EMPIRE” and the shorts “BLOOD & WATER,” “WHITE SCREEN” and “AFTER HEAVEN FALLS.” Bellomo was named the 2009 Valedictorian of the prestigious two-year Meisner training program at the Joanne Baron / D.W. Brown studio. Following this production he will enter production on his original web series,” ROOMIES,” and begin pre-production to direct his first screenplay, “REBOUND.
Dawn Burdue is a recent graduate of the Joanne Baron / D.W. Brown Meisner studio in Santa Monica and, along with her fellow cast members, a founding member of Dig Theater Group. She was most recently seen in Fresh Baked Theatre’s original work, “SORRY, WE’RE CLOSED,” as well as in the films, “CROWS OF LULLABY,” “CAESAR & OTTO’S SUMMER CAMP MASSACRE,” and “MILK AND HONEY.”
Tristan James Butler is a graduate of UCLA’s School of Theatre, Film and Television, appearing as Iago in “OTHELLO,” Macbett in “MACBETT,” and was the recipient of the Natalie Wood acting award as King Sejo in Oh Te Sak’s “LIFECORD.” He also received a Dean Goodman Award for Best Ensemble at the Spreckles Center production of Neil Simon’s “THE GOOD DOCTOR.” Butler continues his training at the Joanne Baron / D.W. Brown studio, and recently wrapped filming his first feature, playing the lead role in Michael Hahn’s “ENEMY EMPIRE,” scheduled to be released later this year;
Kristina Denton (Kathleen) is a graduate of the Joanne Baron / D.W. Brown studio. Favorite theater credits include “THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES” and Cecily in “THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST”. Her film work includes over 20 independent films, several of which she also helped produce and develop. As a producer and screenwriter she is currently in development on two feature projects, “UGLY” and “BEST MEN”, as well as, on the short “UNDER THE GUN.” Her latest film “FATHER VS. SON” (with Modern Family’s Eric Stonestreet) is scheduled to be released in fall 2010.
Crew
Must reserve tickets in advance through the box office 310-394-9779 x1
Parking & Directions: The Playhouse is located in the heart of the Santa Monica Bayside District on 4th Street, four blocks north of the 10 Freeway, between Arizona Ave. & Wilshire Blvd. Convenient parking is located directly across the street in Public Parking Structure #1 By public transportation: take the Santa Monica Blue Bus or the LA Metro Rapid #720 and exit at 4th and Wilshire
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