This is the world premiere of, “This Side of the Dirt”, a new dramatic comedy written by Tito Beveridge and directed by Ty Roberts. “This Side of the Dirt” is a South Texas family drama steeped in satire and humor. The story takes place days after the death of the family patriarch, Papo. We find his daughter, Jean Ann, alone and weeping as she comes to terms with her loss. As each new character enters her home the layers of her pain and paranoia unfold.
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This is the world premiere of, “This Side of the Dirt”, a new dramatic comedy written by Tito Beveridge and directed by Ty Roberts. “This Side of the Dirt” is a South Texas family drama steeped in satire and humor. The story takes place days after the death of the family patriarch, Papo. We find his daughter, Jean Ann, alone and weeping as she comes to terms with her loss. As each new character enters her home the layers of her pain and paranoia unfold.
In an effort to curb her insecurities Jean Ann only intensifies them by creating more drama around her. As her paranoia builds — putting her marriage and friendship on the line — she enters a downward spiral believing the small talk over the people she loves most. It isn’t until the spirit of Papo returns that she re-anchors herself and is able to pull back in everything she thought she’d lost.
With Jonna Juul Hansen as Jean Ann, Beth Shea as Sally, Mark Hernandez as Juan, Wray Crawford as Jimmy, Jennifer Caplan as Jenny and Jae McCain as Anthony, “This Side of the Dirt” is full of wild characters and big ideas about life, love and friendship. It is a charming snapshot of a lovely yet dysfunctional ranching family guided by the sure-footed and unassuming, Juan, who must keep everyone in balance to ensure their sanity.
As Austin continues its rapid growth, maintaining and supporting our creative community is essential in protecting our unique culture. Tito’s Handmade Vodka will be donating 100% of our proceeds to the Austin Creative Alliance. We believe in ACA’s mission of advancing, connecting, and advocating Austin’s arts, cultural and creative communities.
Tito’s cocktails will be provided before each performance. Parking is free at the Scottish Rite Theater.
Four performances will take place:
Thursday, September 17 at 7:30pm
Friday, September 18 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 19 at 7:30pm
Sunday, September 20 at 3:30pm
For more information or to purchase tickets, go to this website: http://thissideofthedirt.brownpapertickets.com
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