What's PLAY-ing in Tucson

Arts Express Theatre presents "EVITA" through November 16. All performances are dedicated to the memory of AET ensemble member, Josiah Santos, one of three young thespians who died in a hit and run accident on the UA campus, October 30. Victims: Josiah Santos, 22; Sophia Troetel, 21; and Katya Castillo-Mendoza, who was initially in critical condition and later died. Josiah was known to many OPP members; Rest in Peace.

Ken Ludwig's "Moriarty" opened at Invisible Theatre. Through Nov 9   Book Tickets for This Show

The production was praised for its multiple costume changes and technical aspects. Joe Smith also reported that our plan to present our New Play Festival at Invisible Theatre is still a go.  Will keep you all abreast of details as they come available. 

John Vornholt, coordinator of the NPF scheduled for April 2026, insists we will not extend the deadline for voting on play eligibility for the NPF. Joe encouraged OPP to take out an AD in the IT program during the month before our festival. No one objected to the idea. 

John lauded Borderland's production of "Claudia's Family" presented at the Historic Y under the auspices of Scoundrel and Scamp.  The play was initially workshopped with Old Pueblo Playwrights many years ago. 

"Light the World Giving Machine". OPP is scheduled to participate in this event on November 30 at 2:39 and Dec 4 at 5 pm.  OPP will present two short pieces; staged readings at La Encantada Mall, (by the Apple Store).  Eric Everts, Meagan Jones, Ellie Vought and Joe Smith will provide their acting chops reading short plays by Jeffrey Webster and Leslie Powell.  Directed by David Zinke, the event will, through a large vending machine, sell gifts of support for those in need - globally. This annual event is spearheaded by the LDS church and involves many faith communities.

Saguaro Music Theatre closed its production of “My Fair Lady” on Sunday.  Dennis O’Dell nailed the infamous Mr. Dolittle, “draughly” managing to get to the church on time. Bravo Dennis.  An OPP frequent reader, David Gunther, also appeared on stage, filling several roles as part of the ensemble, had a lovely solo moment, and was most elegant in the opening number.  Kudos to some stellar production values.  Seven musicians in the pit sounded like a full orchestra. The acting, vocals, sets and costumes and even the props were top notch.  Minor complaint about sightlines, where the audience could see backstage activity because wing drapes were omitted.

Arts Express Theatre opened “Evita” last weekend.  David Zinke will be one of the volunteer ushers on Saturday nights, Nov 1 and 15.  The show closes Nov. 16. Tickets HERE

Jeffrey Webster announced that both he and Liisa Rose have been invited to participate in a writing project for veterans called “Returning Soldiers Speak”. Based in L.A., they will participate on line.  He also mentioned that CPAC in Green Valley will open “Unccecessary Farce” on Oct 30.  (through Nov. 9th )

 Mountain View high school has its first production of the school year t this week. Support the rising generation of actors!