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January 29, 2023 | Review, Santa Ana, The Wayward Artist, Theater, Uncategorized Comments Off on Ju1ce One Act Plays by OC Playwrights @ Wayward Artist – Review |

Ju1ce One Act Plays by OC Playwrights @ Wayward Artist – Review

Photography: Francis Gacad!

Written by Patrick Chavis

JU1CE, for one weekend only, is a theatrical event where eight — yes eight — unique plays are presented by different Orange County, California playwrights. Orange County isn’t the only connection. The event has a theme, and the theme is communication in the past, present, and future. While these are eight independent stories, it’s bundled as one night of theater. So, I will score each play individually and take the overall average of the night.

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November 14, 2022 | Press Releases, Review, The Wayward Artist, Theater, Uncategorized Comments Off on Actually @ Wayward Artist in Santa Ana – Review |

Actually @ Wayward Artist in Santa Ana – Review

( Photo credit: Francis Gacad )

Written by Patrick Chavis

I had the pleasure of seeing the world premiere of this play at the Geffen Playhouse about five years ago in 2017. At the time, I was impressed with the frank language and impressively drawn characters. What I didn’t know at the time was how well this story would age. It has aged like a fine wine, and it’s a warning about judging cases like this too rashly. Continue Reading

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May 5, 2022 | News, Santa Ana, The Wayward Artist, Uncategorized Comments Off on THE TOXIC AVENGER at Wayward Artist final weekend is CANCELED – NEWS |

THE TOXIC AVENGER at Wayward Artist final weekend is CANCELED – NEWS

Taken from the press release:

I regret to inform you that the closing weekend of The Toxic Avenger is canceled. Unfortunately, a breakthrough case of Covid-19 has appeared in our team. Out of an abundance of caution, the remaining performances are being canceled. It is our hope that a final performance can be rescheduled once it is safe to do so. Our company is working diligently with the actors and creative team to see if this is possible. You will be the first to know. Patrons who purchased tickets for this weekend’s performance were emailed with instructions. If you were not contacted, please email info@thewaywardartist.org as soon as possible.

The wellness of our cast, crew and audiences is of the utmost importance. Everyone is deeply saddened by these recent events. We hope all who attend and participate in our shows remain healthy and safe. Thank you for your patience and understanding. I look forward to welcoming you back to our space very soon.

Craig Tyrl [he, his, him]

Artistic, Director, The Wayward Artist

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November 13, 2021 | Review, Santa Ana, The Wayward Artist, Theater, Uncategorized Comments Off on The Wayward Artist Presents : THE NETHER @ Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana – Review |

The Wayward Artist Presents : THE NETHER @ Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana – Review

(Photo courtesy: Francis Gacad)

Written by Patrick Chavis

Disclaimer: This review and show cover mature themes.

The Wayward Artist opens its doors to the public for the first time in over a year with possibly one of their most risqué plays to date – The Nether, written by Jennifer Haley. One of the play’s themes is pedophilia. I know this is a bridge too far for some, but this is why this play is advertised as a mature show for adults. So, don’t come to this show if you’re not 18 and up. Wayward Artist’s production of The Nether explores one potentially problematic feature of a fully realized virtual world and its philosophical implications through a sci-fi, futuristic lens. Continue Reading

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July 28, 2021 | Musical, Review, Santa Ana, The Wayward Artist, Theater, Uncategorized Comments Off on Streamed performance: Ordinary Days @ The Wayward Artist Ensemble – Review |

Streamed performance: Ordinary Days @ The Wayward Artist Ensemble – Review

(Photo credit Francis Gacad)

Written by Patrick Chavis

Kimberly Tiongco (Deb) David Albulario (Warren)

It was night, and I found myself sitting in my silver Prius surrounded by all types of trucks and cars on top of the Mess Hall parking structure in Tustin, waiting for the premiere of Ordinary Days, a musical put on by the Wayward Artist Theater Ensemble and the Frida Cinema. I’ve been to a drive-thru before, but this was a different experience. The production combines live theater performance with film cuts and cinematography, seamlessly moving with the story and transitions. If you didn’t make the one-time drive-thru premiere, you could watch the same recorded performance streamed from the Wayward Artist website through August 7th. Continue Reading

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March 19, 2021 | News, Press Releases, The Wayward Artist, Theater Comments Off on THE WORLD PREMIERE OF “FELIZ” Drive-Through & Streaming Information |

THE WORLD PREMIERE OF “FELIZ” Drive-Through & Streaming Information

Written by Patrick Chavis

Taken from the press release:

The play follows a Mexican- American family in Bakersfield, California filled with secrets of addiction, desire and identity. Within the world of Latinx magical realism, the family must finally face the truths they are all avoiding. “Feliz – An American Play” premieres on April 17, 2021 at 7 p.m. with a drive-in experience screened by The Frida Cinema.

The cast of “Feliz – An American Play” includes Moises Rodriguez as Augusto, Sheresade Poblet as Amanda, Miguel Torres Cruz as Joe, Jennifer Aguilar as Vicki, Isaac Ybarra as Eric, Roberta H. Martínez as Consuela, and Chayan Tavakoly as Sam.

Location:

Mess Hall Market at FLIGHT, 1705 Flight Way Tustin, CA 92782

Feliz – An American Play will have an online streaming event the week following the drive-in event.