PAST PRODUCTIONS
2021 OUTDOOR SEASON
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.
JULY 2021
VERDUGO PARK
GLENDALE, CA
Creative Team
An abbreviated 30-minute version conceived by Orlando Pabotoy, further developed by Turner Munch. Directed by Joe DeSoto. 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.
2020 VIRTUAL SEASON
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. Filmed & Edited by Keida Mascaro. Written & Directed by Armina LaManna.
NOVEMBER 2020
DIGITAL STREAMING
Los Angeles, CA
Creative Team
Written & Directed by Armina LaManna. Music by Shahen Hagobian. Scenic Design by Tom Buderwitz, Costume Design by Dianne Graebner, Lighting Design by Avery Reagan, Projection Design by Lily Bartenstein, Sound Design by Jon Steinmeier. Stage Manager – Elna Kordijan, Musical Director – Elizabeth Curtin. Produced by Armina LaManna and Laura Hill. Starring: Aviva Pressman, Arianne Villareal, Makha Mthembu, Matthew Henerson, Joe DeSoto, Mueen Jahan. Filmed and Edited by Keida Mascaro.
2019 SEASON
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
Creative Team
Written & Directed by Armina LaManna. Music by Shahen Hagobian. Scenic Design by Tom Buderwitz, Costume Design by Dianne Graebner, Lighting Design by Avery Reagan, Projection Design by Lily Bartenstein, Sound Design by Jon Steinmeier. Stage Manager – Elna Kordijan, Musical Director – Elizabeth Curtin. Produced by Armina LaManna and Laura Hill. Starring: Aviva Pressman, Arianne Villareal, Makha Mthembu, Matthew Henerson, Joe DeSoto, Mueen Jahan.
