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Drowning Ophelia – A Haunting Dark Comedy About Healing and Memory

Performance Dates & Ticket Information

Drowning Ophelia is a dark comedy exploring trauma, memory, and healing. This one-act production runs for about an hour with no intermission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime, so arrive early to grab a seat, enjoy snacks, and settle in.

After this performance, join the cast, playwright, and mental health professionals for an exclusive talkback and Q&A. These discussions offer deeper insight into the play’s themes and its impact.

A Darkly Poetic Tale of Memory, Trauma, and Healing

Jane’s carefully controlled world unravels when Ophelia, Shakespeare’s tragic heroine, appears in her bathtub. Singing eerie songs of love and loss, Ophelia disrupts Jane’s fantasy dates with Edmund, an actor she admires. But Ophelia isn’t just a Shakespearean ghost—she stirs up memories of a past Jane has fought to forget.

As past and present collide, Jane must face a painful truth: How do you move forward when reconciliation isn’t possible?

Mental Health, Shakespeare, and the Power of Storytelling

With sharp humor, raw emotion, and echoes of Shakespeare, Drowning Ophelia examines the long-term effects of childhood abuse. The play brings mental illness, trauma, and resilience to the forefront, sparking meaningful conversations about healing.

This production speaks to those who have endured hardship and found ways to keep going. There is always hope.

Who Should See Drowning Ophelia?

• Ages 11 and up (themes include mental health, trauma, and childhood abuse)
• Fans of Shakespearean adaptations and modern storytelling
• Anyone interested in mental health, trauma recovery, and personal resilience

This intimate, unforgettable theatrical experience invites you to reflect, connect, and engage. Get your tickets today!