Presented in collaboration with Washington Ensemble Theatre.
Political activism meets bedazzled drag show in this story about two young friends who flee their suburban upbringing in "Real America" to join a ragtag group of activists on a protest march from D.C. to Nevada. On the road, the group attempts to establish a nomadic utopia, but the marchers continually find themselves divided by unrequited affections, indecision, and a secret hunger for power.
Whimsically blending commedia dell'arte influences with song and dance, The Walk Across America for Mother Earth explores how the idea of community sometimes fails to unite us, and sometimes brings us together in the most unexpected ways.
The Walk Across America for Mother Earth
by Taylor Mac
music by Ellen Maddow
directed by Ali el-Gassier
February 24–28
Penthouse Theatre
The Walk Across America for Mother Earth contains adult content and is recommended for ages 18+.