nolaNOW Theatre is a non-profit theatre company founded by Madeline Kolker and Coco Guillot in and for New Orleans. Through the theater arts, nolaNOW strives to provide a progressive creative outlet that responds directly to the anxieties of living in the 21st-century.
We have a passion for sharing stories that challenge stereotypes, uplift marginalized voices, and demonstrate the societal impact of contemporary theater.
At its core, nolaNOW values intimacy, mindfulness, and empathy, and hopes to encourage others to explore these three words as a result of our work.
Description
nolaNOW is beyond proud to present our second production as a company, POOF! by Lynn Nottage!!!!
Synopsis
When a housewife comes to the end of her rope with her abusive husband, she doesn't expect him to spontaneously combust. Now, she has a pile of ashes on the floor, and a life to reclaim. This one-act explores feminism, domestic abuse, and recovery through humor and hope.
When a housewife comes to the end of her rope with her abusive husband, she doesn't expect him to spontaneously combust. Now, she has a pile of ashes on the floor, and a life to reclaim. This one-act explores feminism, domestic abuse, and recovery through humor and hope.
Each performance will begin with a unique opening act titled “I am here. I AM.” where local artists Rachel Blackstone and Joshua Bock will reflect on the show’s themes through their collaborative poetry and music. On the 8th and 16th, we will also be joined by dancer Rey Hope Hanson, who has created a movement piece to compliment the show.
RUNNING NOVEMBER 7th-17th at Beaubourg Theatre, 614 Gravier
**"POOF!" is the inaugural production at the Beaubourg Theatre! Come witness history with us!!!**
Can't attend the production? Please consider donating to our blossoming company here!
STARRING
Brandi-Rose Michael as LOUREEN
Serenity Jones as FLORENCE
WITH OPENING ACTS BY
Rachel Renee: Poetry
Joshua Bock: Music
Rey Hope Hansen: Movement (10/8 and 10/16 performances only!)
DIRECTED BY
Olivia Ros
STAGE MANAGED BY
Indee Mitchell
SET DESIGN BY
Piper Carpenter
WITH SUPPORT IN EVERY FACET POSSIBLE BY
Cristina Hatheway Rivas, associate artistic director of nolaNOW
POSTER DESIGN BY
George Silvertooth
Thanks for reading. We love you.
Love,
Maddy Kolker nolaNOW Artistic Director
Coco Guillot nolaNOW Executive Director
Venue Details
Beabourg Theatre
614 Gravier Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70130, United States
