Word for WordPlay and Z Space present:
The Eyes and The Impossible
by Dave Eggers
Directed by Delia MacDougall
February 26 - March 15
at Z Space’s Steindler Stage
Z Space and Word for WordPlay present Dave Eggers’ The Eyes & the Impossible,winner of the 2024 Newbery Award for excellence in children’s literature is described as "a lyrical, soulful book full of wit and passion...a timeless story for readers of all ages," the story takes you to the inner world of Johannes, a free and fast dog—and his job as the "eyes" of an urban park by the sea. Join him in his trials and tribulations as the equilibrium of the park is upset by an influx of humans, construction, and other animals. Experience the fully staged production on Z Space’s Steindler Stage.
Show Schedule
Previews: Thurs 2/26 and Fri 2/27
Opening Night: Sat 2/28
Run of Show: February 26 - March 15
Afternoon with the Author: Sat 3/7 at 2pm
Cast
Johannes Nick Moore
Freya Sofia Ahmad*
Bertrand/Samuel Michael Craig Patterson
Yolanda Regina Morones
Sonja Hannah May Sturges*
Angus Tasi Alabastro*
Ensemble Chloris Li
Crew and Creative Team
Scenic Design: Colm MacNally and Sarah Phykitt
Sound Design: Matt Stines
Lighting Design: Jim Cave+
Costume Design: Laura Hazlett
Props Design: Devon Labelle
Stage Manager: Karen Runk*
Assistant Stage Manager: Tina Mosier
Production Manager: Trinity Wicklund
*Member, Actors’ Equity Association
+Member, Word for Word Core Company
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Word for Word is proud to support the Children’s Book Project, which provides books to children, advancing equity in literacy, learning, and life. Please bring a new or gently used children’s book to donate during the run of the show, and help support this worthy cause. Learn more here.
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