The Things Around Us

About the Project 

This solo musical and narrative stage show is a collection of seemingly unrelated stories and anecdotes that swirl and dance with a live musical score created through looped trumpet, clarinet, and drums. From acclaimed Seattle musician and writer Ahamefule J. Oluo (Now I’m Fine; Susan at On the Boards), this dark and humorous, uplifting and bleak, deep and silly work is about trying and failing to find order in chaos.

This piece contains themes of parental absence, complex family dynamics, isolation and abandonment, racial identity, cultural conflict, mortality, illness and loss, strong language, and COVID-19. This performance may contain lighting effects, loud volumes, and haze.

Run Dates: Thursday, July 17 - Friday, August 1

Run Time: 60 minutes, with no intermission

Who Is Involved?

• • Created and performed by Ahamefule J. Oluo

  • Produced by Roya Amirsoleymani

  • Staff Assignments (show team)

    • Line Producer: Rayshaun Sandlin

    • Production Management Lead: Lesley Fairman

    • Production Management Associate: Laney Schwantes

    • Associate Company Manager: Ian McQueen

    • Box Office Lead: Ashly Chalico

    • House Manager: Juliet Riggs

    • Crew

Location(s)

This project rehearses and performs in The Annex.

Ticket Information

Tickets may be purchased here. This project is included in the Weekend Pass, which can be purchased here. Tickets are $50 each, inclusive of processing fees. Click here to learn more about the Festival’s Ticket Accessibility Program.

Parking & Check-In Information

The Annex is located in the North Adams Gateway Center shopping complex (245 State Road, North Adams, MA). There is plenty of free parking in the lot. Check-in will take place by a list at the door. Seating is general admission.

Key Dates

• • First Rehearsal: July 9

  • Tech Rehearsal: July 15

  • Final Dress: July 15 or 17 

  • First Performance: Thursday, July 17 at 12pm

  • Closing: Friday, August 1 at 4pm

Link to Project on Festival Website