Productions
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PAST PRODUCTIONS
2024 SEASON
THE GIRL WHO MADE THE MILKY WAY
Presented in partnership with The Colony Theatre
A magical journey to a time long ago to a place far away where a young girl braves the dangers of the South African savanna to find the lost things. Not only does she find her lost father, but she also invents the stars of the Milky Way. This play is inspired by a remarkable heroine from Khoisan folklore. This production is for students K-5. Running time is about 65 minutes. Kids 4 and under are not admitted.
Written by June Carryl | Directed by Armina LaManna | Co-Produced by Gabrieal Griego, Armina LaManna, and Heather Provost
NOVEMBER 9TH – 22ND, 2024 | THE COLONY THEATRE, BURBANK, CA
Creative Team
CAST: Jamela Asha, Edward Hong, Max Lawrence, Carter Michael, Makha Mthembu, Stakiah Lynn Washington
PRODUCTION: Produced by Gabrieal Griego, Armina LaManna, and Heather Provost, Scenic Design by Tom Buderwitz, Costume Design by Dianne Graebner, Sound Design by Rebecca Kessin, Lighting Design by Gavan Wyrick, Projection Design by Gabrieal Griego, Stage Manager – Elna Kordijan.
Written by June Carryl
Directed by Armina LaManna
PAST SEASONS
2022 Season
WARRIOR QUEEN ANAHIT THE BRAVE
A swashbuckling adventure for the whole family to enjoy.
NOTE: Kids under 5 not admitted.
World Premiere play Warrior Queen Anahit the Brave. A story of a young peasant woman, Anahit, and her remarkable journey as she transforms into a royal warrior, inspires her people, raises an army of women, and rescues the King and entire kingdom from evil forces. Written & Directed by Armina LaManna. Music by Shahen Hagobian. Scroll down for creative team information and parking directions.
NOVEMBER 5TH – 18TH, 2022 | THE COLONY THEATRE, BURBANK, CA
Creative Team
CAST: Ani Marderosian as Anahit, Alistair McKenzie as Apep, Nathan Mohebbi as King Vachagan, Christianne Holly Santiago as Nairi, Sophia Vitello as Maral, Kyle Caldwell as Arman. Also, Stephanie Jeker as female understudy.
PRODUCTION: Produced by Laura Hill and Gabrieal Griego, Scenic & Projection Design by Tom Buderwitz, Costume Design by Dianne Graebner, Lighting Design by Josh Epstein, Sound Design by Joseph “Sloe” Slawinski, Stage Manager – Elna Kordijan, Technical Direction by Naomi Miyahara, Fight Choreography by Richard Soto.
Written and Directed by Armina LaManna
Music by Shahen Hagobian
2021 Season
THAT BEAUTIFUL LAUGH
A rollercoaster of a story, That Beautiful Laugh is a tale about a traveling quartet of clowns who find themselves in a world that has forgotten how to laugh. They will stop at nothing to rediscover that beautiful laugh, but they’ll need the help of the audience and their secret weapon: imagination. That Beautiful Laugh was conceived by Orlando Pabotoy and further developed by Turner Munch. Directed by Joe DeSoto/span>.
JULY 2021
VERDUGO PARK
GLENDALE, CA
Creative Team
This Four Clowns production was presented by Imagine Theatre for a special appearance. Starring: Liz Morgan, Benji Kaufman, Megan Lewicki, Matt Felten. Stage Manager – Harim Sanchez.
2019 & 2020 Season
THE TALE OF TURANDOT
The Tale of Turandot is a modern and innovative theatrical puppetry experience that includes video projections and original music. Inspired by an ancient fairy tale, this World Premiere play is a magical and empowering story of the smart, courageous, beautiful, and misunderstood Princess Turandot. The tale of a young woman who seeks to have a say in how her life unfolds – an adventure sure to inspire every girl and boy in the audience. Written & Directed by Armina LaManna.
NOVEMBER 2019
The Colony Theatre
Burbank, CA
This production was also digitally presented in the Fall of 2020.
Creative Team
CAST: Aviva Pressman as Colombina, Arianne Villareal as Isabella, Makha Mthembu as Smeraldina, Matthew Henderson as Pedrolino, Joe DeSoto as Arlechino, Mueen Jahan as Pantaloon.
PRODUCTION: Produced by Laura Hill and Armina LaManna, Scenic by Tom Buderwitz, Costume Design by Dianne Graebner, Lighting Design by Avery Reagan, Projection Design by Lily Barternstein, Sound Design by Jon Steinmeier, Musical Direction by Elizabeth Curtin, Stage Manager – Elna Kordijan.
Written and Directed by Armina LaManna
Music by Shahen Hagobian
This production was streamed in 2020. It was Filmed and Edited by Keida Mascaro.
