Staged Reading & Post-Show Discussion: The Thanksgiving Play

UR Free Theatre & Dance

By Larissa FastHorse
Directed by Erica Hughes

What could possibly go wrong when a group of well-meaning theatre artists set out to create the perfectly respectful Thanksgiving pageant? Everything. In this razor-sharp, laugh-out-loud satire, four earnest educators attempt to devise a culturally sensitive school production, without actually including any Native voices. What unfolds is a brilliantly awkward collision of good intentions, blind spots, and hilariously escalating chaos. Perfect for audiences who enjoy bold humor with substance, The Thanksgiving Play invites us to reconsider the stories we inherit and the ones we stage.

Come ready to laugh. Leave ready to think. Reserve your seat at the table.

The Department of Theatre & Dance offers a lineup of free performances, including black box productions, staged readings, dance concerts, and musicals. Each production brings together students, faculty, alumni, and guest artists, creating a collaborative space where audiences can connect, explore new perspectives, and experience engaging, live performance.

Free tickets available August 3.