Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins’ modern spin on a classic morality tale that explores life, death, and what truly matters.
CAMARILLO — The Dance, Music, and Theatre Department and the Theatre and Performance Studies program at Cal State Channel Islands (CSUCI) proudly present EVERYBODY, a bold and inventive adaptation of the 15th-century morality play Everyman, written by MacArthur “genius” award winner Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins.
This witty and thought-provoking production takes audiences on a rollicking journey through the meaning of life, the inevitability of death, and the question of what we hold most dear. In an unexpected twist, the title character—Everybody—is chosen by lottery from a small cast of actors live on stage at each performance. When Death suddenly arrives, Everybody must confront what it truly means to be human.
“This play is both funny and deeply moving,” said Laura Covault, instructor, co-director, and producer. “It invites audiences to laugh, reflect, and see themselves inEverybody’s journey.”
Performance Details:
Dates: Nov. 21, 22 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 15 and 22 at 2 p.m.
Special CSUCI Student Matinee: Friday, Nov. 21 at 11 a.m.
Age Advisory: Recommended for ages 13 and older due to mature themes and strong language.
Venue: Cal State Channel Islands, 1 University Drive, Malibu Hall 140, (corner of Camarillo Street and Chapel Drive), Camarillo CA 93012.
For tickets and more information, visit:
https://performingarts.csuci.edu/featured/everybody.htm
Parking:
Campus parking permits are required and available for $6 at the kiosk in front of Public Safety at Placer Hall. Pre-Purchase Daily Permit at https://mycampuspermit.com/csuci.html
EVERYBODY is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection (www.dramatists.com).
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY CHANNEL ISLANDS
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