Come to class. You know which one. Someone was whispering about it at the bathroom protest. Remember? Your ex might be there. Your crush will definitely be there. We’re gonna box it out. We’re gonna get strong. There is definitely absolutely no other resource we will be…distributing. Is your friend trans? Bring them too.

Punch Back is a new play for trans students on college campuses in red states in 2026.

Lane LaVonne (they/he) is a stage director and artist working in Philadelphia and NYC. They specialize in the development of new plays and adaptation of classics, with Moment Work playing a strong influence in their process. Their work has brought them to Philadelphia Theatre Company, PlayPenn, Passage Theatre Co., and the TANK in NYC. This spring, they're assistant directing Same Team at Inis Nua.

Juliette Nero Eddings (they/she) is an actor, dramaturg, and producer currently based in Philadelphia. They are the current Artistic Intern at the Wilma Theatre for the 2025-2026 season. Recent onstage credits include Mercutio in Romeo & Juliet (South Dakota Shakespeare Festival) and Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream (Hedgerow/Mauckingbird).

About Philly Theatre Week:

Theatre Philadelphia hosts the 9th annual Philly Theatre Week: a celebration of the artists, organizations, and audiences that have made Greater Philadelphia one of the most vibrant theatre regions in the nation. Dozens of productions are included in venues all over the city and suburbs from April 23–May 3, and pay-what-you-can tickets to all are available on Theatre Philadelphia's website.

2026 is Studio 34's 2nd year hosting Philly Theatre week in its studio's and lounge, with SIX full productions under one roof, many situated back-to-back as a sort of mini-festival. Click these links to see what we have to offer:

Studio 34 is a mixed-use yoga, healing, and arts space that hosts performances most weekends throughout the year in addition to classes, meetups, and wellness services. We are a sober space located up a flight of stairs right on SEPTA's #34/T2 trolley line. Visit www.studio34yoga.com to see all of our offerings.

Contact the host of PUNCH BACK by Genevieve Simon • 2026 Philly Theatre Week