The Yellow Boat by David Saar
Produced in special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois
Synopsis
The story of The Yellow Boat is a glorious affirmation of a child's life and the strength and courage of all children.
This dramatization is based on the true story of David and Sonja Saar's son, Benjamin, who was born with congenital hemophilia and died in 1987 at the age of 8 of AIDS-related complications. A uniquely gifted visual artist, Benjamin's buoyant imagination transformed his physical and emotional pain into a blaze of colors and shapes in his fanciful drawings and paintings.
A Scandinavian folksong tells of three little boats: "One was blue, one was red and one was yellow as the sun. They sailed far out to sea. The blue one returned to the harbor. The red one sailed home, too. But the yellow boat sailed up to the sun." Benjamin always concluded his bedtime ritual by saying, "Mom, you can be the red boat or the blue boat, but I am the yellow boat." Benjamin's remarkable voyage continues to touch audiences around the world.
Recommended for children age 8 and older, parents, families and adults.
Dates & Location
October 3 & 4, 2025 at 7:30p
October 4 & 5, 2025 at 2:30p
Lynn Riggs Black Box Theatre
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
621 E 4th St
Tulsa, OK 74120
The Seagull by Anton Chekhov
Synopsis
The Seagull is a drama about unfulfilled desires, familial angst, and the unfortunate realities of life.
Set in Russia at the end of the 19th century, the story follows a group of characters all grappling with their own disappointments in life while pursuing love and fame. Aspiring playwright Konstantin produces his first play starring the lovely young Nina, which is met with criticism from aging actress Arkadina, Konstantin's mother. Arkadina's disdain for her son's work and his ingénue is only exacerbated when her talented young lover turns his interest to Nina.
Part comedy, part tragedy; The Seagull captures humanity at its best, worst, and most vulnerable.
Dates & Location
November 14 & 15, 2025 at 7:30p
November 15 & 16, 2025 at 2:30p
Theatre Tulsa Studios
5521 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa OK 74127
The Just Assassins by Albert Camus
Translated by Suzanne M. Saunders
Synopsis
The Just Assassins (also known as The Just or Les Justes) is a 1949 play by Albert Camus that explores the morality of political violence and terrorism through the story of a group of Russian Socialist-Revolutionaries in 1905. The play focuses on their plan to assassinate Grand Duke Sergei Alexandrovich, the Tsar's uncle, and the moral conflicts and personal dilemmas that arise among the assassins as they prepare for and carry out the act.
The play centers on five revolutionaries: Yanek, who is chosen to throw the bomb; Dora, who built the bomb; Boris, the leader; Stepan, a hardened revolutionary; and Voinov, who ultimately decides he is not suited for the violent path. The core conflict revolves around the tension between extremist and more "delicate" forms of terrorism, as exemplified by Stepan's unwavering belief in violence and Yanek's moral qualms about killing innocent people.
Dates & Location
January 16 & 17, 2026 at 7:30p
January 17 & 18, 2026 at 2:30p
Theatre Tulsa Studios
5521 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa OK 74127
The Tempest by William Shakespeare
Synopsis
Marooned on an enchanted, remote island, the exiled sorcerer Prospero—formerly the Duke of Milan—lives with his daughter, Miranda, and his servants, the airy spirit Ariel and the monstrous Caliban. When a twist of fate brings his treacherous brother and enemies within his reach, Prospero conjures a mighty storm, shipwrecking them on the island. As allegiances shift, young lovers meet, and fantastical spirits wreak havoc, Prospero must choose between extracting ultimate revenge or granting forgiveness. Replete with magic and comedy, this late Shakespearean masterpiece is a profound tale of redemption, art, and humanity.
Presented in partnership with The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University
In collaboration with Kat Abdallah
Directed by Kat Abdallah
Dates & Location
May 30 at 5:45p
May 31 at 2p
OSU Botanic Garden
3300 W 6th St, Stillwater, OK
Feathered by Judah Brown
Synopsis
FEATHERED is a musical retelling of the myth of Icarus that explores fate, flight, love, and courage.
Trapped in a tower alongside his father, Daedalus, Icarus longs for freedom beyond the walls of his prison. But Daedalus, scarred by the past, warns his son never to flu and risk the wrath of fate.
Yet Icarus has formed an unlikely friendship with Apollo, the god of the sun, and together they dream of escaping the tower and taking to the skies.
As their plan unfolds, the myths of the past begin to echo around them. The stories of Phaethon and Helle serve as haunting warnings: to fly too high or too low is fatal.
When these myths spiral toward tragedy once again, Icarus must confront his own doubt and decide whether he will follow the path of myth or break the cycle and fly.
Written by Judah Brown
Directed by Anna Seat
Music Directed by Judah Brown
Choreographed by Michelle Davis
Stage Managed by Deja Claxton
Dates & Location
June 25, 26 & 27 at 7:30p
June 27 & 28 at 2:30p
Theatre Tulsa Studios
5521 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK