Chicago Street Theatre Presents
TeenFest
Sunday, May 21, 2023
2:30PM
Chicago Street Theatre
154 Chicago St.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Directed by Lisa Formosa-Parmigiano
TeenFest is the annual presentation by our Teen Ensemble members. Membership in the ensemble is by invitation only
LEVEL 1 - My First Lockdown
by Jason Pizzarello
Inspired by true events, a group of theatre students have just finished performing a play when the unthinkable happens - the school goes under lockdown. Caught in various rooms throughout the school, the students have to figure out what to do, who to trust, and if they're ever going to feel safe again.
(Running time-approx. 35 min.)
My First Lockdown is produced by special arrangement with Stage Partners. (www.yourstagepartners.com)
LEVEL 2 - Monster Problems
by Lindsay Price
"You've got a zombie. He follows you around and you still have your brain. How does that work?"
Starting high school can be nerve-wracking and problem-filled. Am I going to fit in? Am I going to be popular? Will I have the right reputation? What if I do something that ruins the rest of high school?
Olivia, Sam and Brooke are overwhelmed. They think about these problems all day, every day to the point that things are getting rather monstrous. They are going to have to deal with their problems or risk being consumed. Vampires, Zombies, and Snakes oh my! What happens when problems get the best of you?
(Running time-approx. 40 min.)
Theatrefolk Publishers
LEVEL 3 - The Bright Blue Mailbox Suicide Note
by Lindsay Price
Note! 20% of sales and royalties for this play are donated to Kids Help Phone.
Jake finds a suicide note in his mailbox. He doesn't know who it's from, or to whom it is addressed. His friends speculate, joke, and lose interest while Jake becomes obsessed. He goes on a crusade to find the author of the note. Instead, he stumbles upon a secret he never wanted to know. This play explores how a group of teenagers publicly and privately deal with the issue of suicide. It is honest, straightforward, and also humorous. There is a great balance between ensemble, character, and monologue work.
(Running time-approx. 45 min.)
Theatrefolk Publishers
PLEASE PLAN TO ARRIVE EARLY! Concession stand now features specialty coffees, Italian Sodas and treats from Camelot Coffee!
Adults - $15
Seniors 62+ - $10
Students under 21 - $10
Military - $10