Thursday January 11, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
HOLY SHITAKE: A WOK STAR IS BORN
wok star inc. · Ages 16+ · 1hr
Filled with pathos and humor, “Holy Shitake: A Wok Star is Born” chronicles Chef Katie Chin's journey as a Chinese American girl growing up in Minneapolis in the 1970s where she was raised by her remarkable mother, seamstress turned restauranteur, Leeann Chin.
Filled with pathos and humor, “Holy Shitake: A Wok Star is Born” chronicles Chef Katie Chin's journey as a Chinese American girl growing up in Minneapolis in the 1970s where she was raised by her remarkable mother, seamstress turned restauranteur, Leeann Chin.
Friday January 12, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
TWO ELIZAS
2ep · Ages 14+ · 1hr
Two Elizas: A new play about motherhood, intergenerational resilience, and women's rights.
Two Elizas: A new play about motherhood, intergenerational resilience, and women's rights.
Saturday January 13, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
177 LOVERS AND COUNTING: MY LIFE AS A SEX RESEARCHER
wise woman sex and relationship consulting · Ages 16+ · 1hr
177 Lovers and Counting: My Life as a Sex Researcher chronicles the personal and professional sexual explorations of American Anthropologist, Dr. Leanna Wolfe. She reflects on coming of age in the thick of the Feminist and Sexual Revolutions and ultimately studying sexual practices worldwide.
177 Lovers and Counting: My Life as a Sex Researcher chronicles the personal and professional sexual explorations of American Anthropologist, Dr. Leanna Wolfe. She reflects on coming of age in the thick of the Feminist and Sexual Revolutions and ultimately studying sexual practices worldwide.
Sunday January 14, 7:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
NEWLYWED WIDOW
beverly short · Ages 18+ · 1hr
The trauma of an abusive childhood triggers a young girl’s psychic abilities only to reveal her own future as a Newlywed Widow. From page to stage, the best-selling book, "Newlywed Widow," comes to life in a Solo Performance that will change your outlook on life, love, and what lies beyond.
The trauma of an abusive childhood triggers a young girl’s psychic abilities only to reveal her own future as a Newlywed Widow. From page to stage, the best-selling book, "Newlywed Widow," comes to life in a Solo Performance that will change your outlook on life, love, and what lies beyond.
Wednesday January 17, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
THE CASE AGAINST HAPPINESS
local three productions · Ages 18+ · 1hr to 70 mins
In this one-man show - the Case Against Happiness - attorney Howard Smith practices in the Courtroom of life and argues to a jury of his peers - the audience - that happiness is overrated. If you keep your expectations low, you will never be disappointed.
In this one-man show - the Case Against Happiness - attorney Howard Smith practices in the Courtroom of life and argues to a jury of his peers - the audience - that happiness is overrated. If you keep your expectations low, you will never be disappointed.
Thursday January 18, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
SUPERNOVA
soaring solo llc · Ages 13+ · 1hr
SUPERNOVA is about a girl who belongs to a family of superheroes, however is the only one without any powers; leaving her feeling unworthy and unable to make a difference in the world. A viral pandemic is spreading the globe causing people to lose their will to live and "self-destruct". With the hel
SUPERNOVA is about a girl who belongs to a family of superheroes, however is the only one without any powers; leaving her feeling unworthy and unable to make a difference in the world. A viral pandemic is spreading the globe causing people to lose their will to live and "self-destruct". With the hel
Saturday January 20, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
SEARCHING FOR MY FATHER
kaleidoscope theatre ensemble · Ages 10+ · 1hr
Searching For My Father is Glen's personal journey after the tragic loss of his father at the young age of 10 and growing up, searching through the life lessons from his short time with his Father; where the learning and discovering of his father’s personality was forever ingrained within him.
Searching For My Father is Glen's personal journey after the tragic loss of his father at the young age of 10 and growing up, searching through the life lessons from his short time with his Father; where the learning and discovering of his father’s personality was forever ingrained within him.
Sunday January 21, 7:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
GUT
janet rodgers · Ages 15+ · 1hr
"GUT" is a historical performance piece set in WWII. "GUT" centers around the life and heroic experiences of Irena Gut Opdyke, based on her autobiography entitled "In My Hands." This uplifting 50-minute solo performance in poetry and prose was adapted by and stars Janet Rodgers.
"GUT" is a historical performance piece set in WWII. "GUT" centers around the life and heroic experiences of Irena Gut Opdyke, based on her autobiography entitled "In My Hands." This uplifting 50-minute solo performance in poetry and prose was adapted by and stars Janet Rodgers.
Friday January 26, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HELL
andrew spink · Ages 12+ · 1hr
This solo show combines comedy, storytelling, and history to explore family conflict, losing faith, and how our beliefs about the afterlife evolved. Andrew creatively educates the audience in this show, while emotionally inspiring us to love everyone equally.
This solo show combines comedy, storytelling, and history to explore family conflict, losing faith, and how our beliefs about the afterlife evolved. Andrew creatively educates the audience in this show, while emotionally inspiring us to love everyone equally.
Saturday January 27, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
LEMUR MOM
full price productions · Ages 14+ · 1hr
Megan has the distinct feeling that she’s not the right mom. As she navigates the treacherous world of support groups, child psychologists, family dynamics, and play-dates — trying to help her son communicate — she makes bad choices, wrong turns, and powerful discoveries along the way.
Megan has the distinct feeling that she’s not the right mom. As she navigates the treacherous world of support groups, child psychologists, family dynamics, and play-dates — trying to help her son communicate — she makes bad choices, wrong turns, and powerful discoveries along the way.
Sunday January 28, 7:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
FIBONACCI ASCENDING
fed by fire productions · Ages 13+ · 1hr
Telly Daw talks fast and thinks faster to succeed on the bleeding edge of photonics in Fibonacci Ascending by Shawn Overton. Precision and chaos dominate a relentless 10-year journey to prove her reach can exceed her grasp. Starring Sylvia Loehndorf. Directed by Jeni Jones.
Telly Daw talks fast and thinks faster to succeed on the bleeding edge of photonics in Fibonacci Ascending by Shawn Overton. Precision and chaos dominate a relentless 10-year journey to prove her reach can exceed her grasp. Starring Sylvia Loehndorf. Directed by Jeni Jones.
Thursday February 01, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
FLAYED
josiah blount · Ages 18+ · 1hr
In conservative Southwest Virginia, a puritanical pastor attempts to deliver his first sermon, but is interrupted by the many obscene voices in his head. He must confront his theology, sexuality, and identity in order to finish his sermon and... to survive. Written & Performed by Josiah Blount.
In conservative Southwest Virginia, a puritanical pastor attempts to deliver his first sermon, but is interrupted by the many obscene voices in his head. He must confront his theology, sexuality, and identity in order to finish his sermon and... to survive. Written & Performed by Josiah Blount.
Friday February 02, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
WHO AM I? A HUMAN REVOLUTION
soaring solo artist · Ages 16+ · 1hr
A one-woman musical dramedy written and performed by Helema Maggiore, directed and developed by Jessica Lynn Johnson.
This is Helema's first solo show in the Whitefire Solofest 2023.
A one-woman musical dramedy written and performed by Helema Maggiore, directed and developed by Jessica Lynn Johnson.
This is Helema's first solo show in the Whitefire Solofest 2023.
Saturday February 03, 8:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
BILLIE! BACKSTAGE WITH LADY DAY
the whitefire theatre · Ages 15+ · 1hr to 90 mins
With timeless hits like “I’ll Be Seeing You,” “Embraceable You” and the devastating “Strange Fruit,” delivered with one of the most distinctive voices in the history of music, Billie Holiday has had an incalculable influence on popular music.
With timeless hits like “I’ll Be Seeing You,” “Embraceable You” and the devastating “Strange Fruit,” delivered with one of the most distinctive voices in the history of music, Billie Holiday has had an incalculable influence on popular music.
Sunday February 04, 7:00 PM at The Whitefire Theatre
PSA: PELVIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
amy veltman · Ages 16+ · 1hr
PSA: PELVIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT is a comedic, autobiographical, musical romp through the large intestine, the pelvic floor muscle, shame, and a minor redistribution of healthcare privilege.
PSA: PELVIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT is a comedic, autobiographical, musical romp through the large intestine, the pelvic floor muscle, shame, and a minor redistribution of healthcare privilege.