DREAMCATCHER'S 2017-18 SEASON PROMISES HUMOR, HEART, AND A LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA

The folks at Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre center their craft around one charming phrase: Ensemble theatre with humor and heart. And that credo doesn't simply refer to light comedies designed to leave you with a cheery smile at the end of the night. Dreamcatcher's fare is deeply empathetic, as interested in making you feel as making you laugh. So it was with their glorious season opener Every Brilliant Thing, an intimate one-man exploration of depression, life, and the complexities in-between. Featuring a stunningly honest and raw portrayal from ensemble member Clark Carmichael and honed to perfection by Producing Artistic Director Laura Ekstrand, this little show with a big heart kicked off what promises to be a year of extra enriching theater in Summit, NJ. Here are the other Dreamcatcher offerings to keep on your radar in the coming months.

OCTOBER 14 - Need a night of improv and laughter to usher in the fall? Stop by and check out Dreamcatcher's comedy group Multiple Personality Disorder. Their special brand of silliness and spontaneity is sure to liven up your weekend.

NOVEMBER 17 thru NOVEMBER 19 - For theater lovers and musical enthusiasts alike, Dreamcatcher has assembled some of the Great White Way's finest showtunes into an original cabaret called Broadway by the Book. Come hear the music play!

DECEMBER 2 - How does a unique and affectionate send-up of traditional television holiday variety shows sound? If you're a fan of good December fun, mark your calendars and head to the Oaks Center for Dreamcatcher's A Very Special (Holiday) Special.

FEBRUARY 8 thru MARCH 25 - The second mainstage production from Dreamcatcher this season is the world premiere of What Stays, a play by ensemble members Laura Ekstrand and Jason Szamreta. A heartfelt tale of family secrets and buried truths, it'll be essential viewing for fans of classic dysfunctional American family drama.

APRIL 26 thru MAY 13 - Wrapping things up at Dreamcatcher will be Continuing the Conversation: An Evening of Short Plays Inspired by Current Events. Featuring fresh original pieces from a host of talented playwrights, this night of community storytelling promises to be unifying, edifying, and creative all at once.

MAY 16 & MAY 23 - If you find yourself craving more theater in May, look no further than Dreamcatcher's "Meet the Artist" series. These new play readings are the perfect way to hear new material and get a peek behind-the-scenes at the creative process of crafting a play.

Don't miss this exciting lineup! Performances will be held at Oakes Center, 120 Morris Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901. For more information, season passes, and individual tickets for all Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre program, call 908-514-9654 and visit www.DreamcatcherRep.org.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre

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