Waiting For The Bus presented by Art Spark Texas

Waiting for the Bus
by James Burnside

Directed by Liz Ross

Waiting for the Bus is a unique and groundbreaking theatrical production that centers around a bus stop. This setting, though simple, serves as a profound backdrop for exploring themes of patience, hope, and the human condition. The original script, written through a collaborative process led by award-winning playwright James Burnside, tells the story of the disability rights movement through the lens of individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities, and showcases the everyday experiences of individuals living in an institutional facility, highlighting their resilience, challenges, and the often-overlooked nuances of their lives.

Waiting for the Bus is not just a play; it is a cultural event with the power to inspire change and foster greater understanding. The production's significance is further elevated by the fact that it is an original work premiering in Austin, providing a unique opportunity for the city to host a world premiere that shines a spotlight on disability rights and inclusion.

NOTE:

The history of disability can be difficult and dark. We have done our best to authentically portray the struggles as well as the successes that people with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities have experienced over the centuries, as society has slowly adapted and adjusted to become more accessible and inclusive.

All performances will be captioned.

Special Performances

11/14 Preview performance
11/16 Audio Description available
11/17 Reception after the show
11/22 ASL interpretation available
11/23 Audio Description available

Cast:

Adam Griebel - Dana
Mindy Rast-Keenan - Nurse Jones
Kristen Gooch - Jaime
Kaye Love - Etta, CFO
Mia Hsiung Nguyen - Caroline, Dr Chicolini
Kurt Wilkenson - Jimmy
Yadira Uranga - Dr Firefly
Daya Garcia - Dr Pinky
MsBoye Nagle - Dorthea Dix, Asylum Director
Nathaniel Fomby - Tracy
Ryan Moore - Ben Riley, Tracy's brother, Dickson
Christian Huey - Captain Haskell, Doctor, McPherson, Chuck
Rafael Trevino - Robinson
Ricky - Cooper Reed Feagan

Crew:

Stage Manager.............Mary Grace Ramsden
Assistant Stage Manager....James Davery
Scenic Design.........Laura Caffrey
Lighting Design.....John Rodgers
Costume Design....Pamela Davis-Noland
Prop & Set Dressing.....Laura Caffrey
Sound Design................John Rodgers
Projections....Alexandria Ellison
Fight Choreographer....Ryan Moore
Intimacy Director... Mary Grace Ramsden
Graphics Design.......Go Project Students, under the guidance of Jerry Slayton

Producer....Celia Hughes