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SUMMARY:PHOTOS: Theatre NOVA in ANn Arbor Announces World Premiere of "Dry Summer"
DESCRIPTION:Theatre NOVA\, Ann Arbor’s resident nonprofit professional theatre specializing in new plays presents the World Premiere of “Dry Summer” by Robert Axelrod\, running October 10 – November 2. There will be a talkback with playwright Robert Axelrod after the 3pm matinee on Saturday\, October 11.  \nDepressed and longing to get his life back on track\, gay\, Jewish\, twenty-something Ethan returns to his Ann Arbor family home. When he takes a job as a “sober companion” to his recovering alcoholic neighbor\, an unconventional friendship ensues. Full of Ann Arbor references\, this charming and nostalgic play takes us all home.  \nPlaywright Robert Axelrod says: “’Dry Summer’ is\, in many ways\, a love letter to Ann Arbor\, the community where I was born and raised. This city has a vibrancy and vitality that is hard to put into words\, but I’ve tried to capture that essence\, in some small way\, through this play. It feels like an absolute dream to have the world premiere here at Theatre NOVA.”He adds: “This play tackles some very heavy topics\, but my greatest desire is for audiences to walk away with a renewed sense of hope. Life is filled with challenges\, but it’s also worth recognizing and celebrating the quiet moments of triumph along the way. Mostly\, I hope audiences leave with a bit more hope in their hearts.”  \nDirected by Brittany Connors\, the cast features Sarah Burcon\, Brian Cox\, Laura Mandernack and Nick Smathers. The production team includes Sam Schikora (set\, lights)\, Toni Davison (costumes)\, and Elise Blochwitz (stage manager).  \nDirector Brittany Connors says: “’Dry Summer’ is a story I think almost anyone can connect with. For the LGBTQ community\, it reflects the challenge of showing our true selves\, and the courage it takes to let others in. At its core\, the play is about identity\, authenticity\, and the joy and relief that come with living openly. My hope is that audiences leave with both a sense of empathy and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of embracing who we are.”  \nProducing Artistic Director Briana O’Neal says: “When you engage with a world premiere play like “Dry Summer\,” you are providing a space for new voices to bring their stories to the stage. We’re very lucky to have an Ann Arbor playwright bring this very Ann Arbor story to our stage. The Jewish community and the LGBTQ+ community are vital parts of the culture of Ann Arbor\, and Robert Axelrod has captured a slice of life with “Dry Summer” that reflects the intersections of this community.”  \n“Dry Summer” will run October 10 – November 2 at Theatre NOVA (410 W Huron St\, Ann Arbor). Performances are Fridays at 8pm\, Saturdays at 3pm and 8pm\, and Sundays at 2pm. General admission tickets are $30\, $25 for 65 and over\, and $15 for students with student IDs at the door. Tickets may be purchased online at www.TheatreNOVA.org or in person one hour before each performance. Seating in the theater will begin 30 minutes before each performance. There is ample free parking and quick access to the city’s restaurants\, bars\, bakeries\, and coffee shops. New patrons can find Theatre NOVA across Huron Street from Ann Arbor’s YMCA through a parking lot entrance on the north side of the street.  \nTheatre NOVA presents the world premiere of “Dry Summer” 1 \nTheatre NOVA’s mission is to raise awareness of the value and excitement of new plays and playwrights and to provide resources for playwrights to develop their craft by importing\, exporting\, and developing new work. This activity is supported by the Shubert Foundation.  \n***  \nFACT SHEET  \nWHO:  \nPlaywright – Robert Axelrod  \nCast:  \nSusan – Sarah Burcon  \nGary – Brian Cox  \nDiane – Laura Mandernack  \nEthan – Nick Smathers  \nProduction Team:  \nDirector – Brittany Connors  \nStage Manager – Elise Blochwitz  \nSet Designer – Sam Schikora  \nLighting Designer – Sam Schikora  \nCostumer – Toni Davison  \nSound Designer – Brittany Connors  \nDramaturg – Aya Galang  \nProperties – Brittany Connors and Briana O’Neal  \nTheatre Nova Staff  \nCarla Milarch\, Founding Artistic Director  \nBriana O’Neal\, Producing Artistic Director\, Resident Stage Manager  \nShelby R. Seeley\, Producing Artistic Director\, Literary Manager  \nDiane Hill\, Producing Artistic Director  \nBecky Fox\, Business Manager\, Director of Education  \nSarah Elisabeth Brown\, House Manager  \nLindsey Brown\, Summer Camp Director  \nWHAT: “Dry Summer”  \nTheatre NOVA\, 410 W Huron St\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48103  \nBox office: www.TheatreNOVA.org Tickets: General $30 / $25 for 65 and over / $15 for Students  \nWHERE:  \nTheatre NOVA\, 410 W Huron\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48103  \nON THE INTERNET:  \nwww.TheatreNOVA.org \,  \nhttp://www.facebook.com/theatrenova  \nhttp://www.instagram.com/a2theatrenova/  \nhttps://www.tiktok.com/@a2theatrenova  \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@theatrenova8948  \nWHEN: PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:  \nOctober 10-November 2\, 2025  \nTheatre NOVA presents the world premiere of “Dry Summer” 2 \nFriday\, October 10 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, October 11 at 3pm (talkback with playwright Robert Axelrod) and 8pm Sunday\, October 12 at 2pm  \nFriday\, October 17 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, October 18 at 3pm and 8pm  \nSunday\, October 19 at 2pm  \nFriday\, October 24 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, October 25 at 3pm and 8pm  \nSunday\, October 26 at 2pm  \nFriday\, October 31 at 8pm  \nSaturday\, November 1 at 3pm and 8pm  \nSunday\, November 2 at 2pm 
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/photos-theatre-nova-in-ann-arbor-announces-world-premiere-of-dry-summer/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:ECLIPSED: THE SUN\, THE MOON AND GLADYS ATKINSON SWEET
DESCRIPTION:Theatre NOVA\, Ann Arbor’s resident nonprofit professional theatre specializing in new plays\, is thrilled to present the World Premiere of “ECLIPSED: The Sun\, the Moon and Gladys Atkinson Sweet” by D.L. Patrick\, a play documenting the all-too-real 1925 case of an African American married couple and their friends charged with first-degree murder following the attack on the Sweet’s Detroit home by over 700 white neighbors.  \n“ECLIPSED” will run April 11 through May 11 at Theatre NOVA (410 W Huron St\, Ann Arbor). Performances are Fridays at 8pm\, Saturdays at 3pm and 8pm\, and Sundays at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $30. Tickets may be purchased online at  www.TheatreNOVA.org or in person one hour before each performance.  Seating in the theater will begin 30 minutes before each performance. There is ample free parking and quick access to the city’s restaurants\, bars\, bakeries\, and coffee shops. New patrons can find Theatre NOVA across Huron Street from Ann Arbor’s YMCA through a parking lot entrance on the north side of the street.
URL:https://creativewashtenaw.org/event/eclipsed-the-sun-the-moon-and-gladys-atkinson-sweet/
CATEGORIES:Performance Art,Theatre
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