Tucson, AZ---The Invisible Theatre presents HOPSCOTCH TO INFINITY, a delightful series of funny, ironic, and poignant vignettes that capture the exuberance of growing up. Relive schooldays through the “peeps” at Plinkett Elementary, who delight in magical powers, holidays, and whether stepping on a crack will break your mother’s back. Directed by Betsy Kruse Craig, the Invisible Theatre is thrilled to produce this charming production that will appeal to the childlike spirit within us all. The show runs for 80 minutes without an intermission. Age recommendation is 5 to adult. Tickets are $15 for children under 18 and $30 for adults and can be purchased at www.invisibletheatre.com or by calling 520-882-9721.
CAST .
Gretchen Wirges – Joelle
Emily Fuchs – Dorla
Owen Sanders – Lawrence
Sean Hazen – Steve
Dante Crossroad – Tobias
Ben Collinsworth – Winston
Haley Jaeger – Millicent
Edith Craig - Glenda
The cast of HOPSCOTCH TO INFINITY is also featured in the annual Monologue Showcase GOING IT ALONE, running concurrently
PRODUCTION STAFF
Director: Betsy Kruse Craig
Producers: Betsy Kruse Craig
Stage Manager: Linda Pierce
Technical Director: James Blair
Managing Artistic Director: Betsy Kruse Craig
WHEN:
May 28 - 2025, 7 PM
May 31 - 2025, 2 PM
June 1 - 2025, 2 PM
June 4 - 2025 , 7 PM
June 7 - 2025, 2 PM
All performances will take place at The Invisible Theatre 1400 N. First Avenue (at Drachman), Tucson, AZ 85719
ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHT
Alejandro Canelos was born in Nogales, Sonora and raised in Tucson. He studied Biology at Harvard, receiving a BA in 1992. He is the author of two short story collections, The Neotenic Queen and Hunters and Thieves, and two books of short plays, Ten-Minute Dramas and Hopscotch to Infinity. Ten-Minute Dramas has been produced as a series of live-radio plays on the local radio show ARIZONA SPOTLIGHT. He also plays drums professionally (freelance, all styles) and sings in two choirs. He enjoys hiking, mountain biking, cheering on the UA Wildcats, jazz and spending time with his family.
THE INVISIBLE THEATRE:
The Invisible Theatre (IT) of Tucson, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, is dedicated to producing quality theatre and arts education experiences for all facets of the community, in an intimate setting that showcases local professional talent and guest artists. Started in 1971 as an arena for local playwrights, the theatre has expanded its programs to include adaptations of classics and recent Off- Broadway plays and musicals, while continuing to encourage new playwrights through both full productions and stage readings. Our award-winning arts education program for special needs children focuses on ability rather than dwelling on disability. Our commitment to artistic excellence, diversity, equity, inclusion and quality has made the Invisible Theatre a very visible force in the local, national, and international arts scene. Tickets are also available 24/7 through AudienceView at www.invisibletheatre.com.
Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are accepted.
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