RECENTLY ON STAGE at NCDA
Student showcase
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Presents
ALMOST, MAINE
By John Cariani
Featuring: Toni Schwarz, Delaney Crawford, Dana Powell,
and Colton Farnham
Alumni Guest Artist: Kent Jameson Ehrman
Faculty Director: Ray Ficca
Welcome to Almost, Maine, a place that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States. It’s almost in Canada. And it’s not quite a town, because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it almost doesn’t exist. One cold, clear, winter night, as the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, the residents of Almost, Maine, find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend—almost—in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.
OCTOBER 2024
Student showcase
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Presents
THE AUTHOR'S VOICE
by Richard Greenberg
Featuring: Jecholiah Evans
Alumni Guest Artist: Michael Dillahunt Jr. and Nathan Peterson
Faculty Director: Ray Ficca
A young writer with a "special voice" is celebrated for her brilliant work and invited by her handsome editor to toast their creative partnership. But soon, a shocking truth emerges—one that turns the world of publishing upside down and reveals who the true genius really is. What follows is a darkly comedic unraveling, where everyone gets exactly what they deserve.
OCTOBER 2024
Student showcase
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Presents
WE WILL NOT DESCRBIE THE CONVERSATION
By Eugenie Carabatsos
Featuring: Nhea Durousseau and Jecholiah Evans
Alumni Guest Artist: Dominique Gray
Faculty Director: Ricardo Frederick Evans
Inspired by a missing scene in Crime and Punishment, We Will Not Describe the Conversation follows a massage therapist whose latest client has come with the news that her estranged brother has committed a heinous crime and is nowhere to be found. The women try to piece together how this happened, while also uncovering their own dark desires and the fear that they will one day turn out like him.
AUGUST 2024
OPEN mic night
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Presents
THE SHOW
Featuring: NCDA Alumni, Current Students, and Facutly
Get ready for a neon night of summer fun at NCDA! Whether you want to take the stage or just soak in the spectacle, join us for an unforgettable evening featuring stand-up comedy, musical performances, brilliant monolouges and scenes, and everything in between! Stick around for the reception afterwards to keep the good vibes glowing!
July 2024
2nd year Student SHOWCASE
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Presents
NO EXIT
Featuring: Alix Heugas
Alumni Guest Artists: Kara Eileen, Sharlene Salvatierra and Ellen Schiavone
Facilitated by Faculty Member: Brenna Horner
No Exit is an existential portrayal of Hell in Sartre's best-known play. People are free to do anything they want, if they are willing to accept the consequences. With this freedom comes a similarly radical personal responsibility; one must own up to one’s actions and deal with the fall-out. In No Exit, three characters trapped in hell are forced to come to terms with this concept.
April 2024
3rd year Student FIlm FESTIVAL
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Presents
ART 2024 FILM FESTIVAL
Filmmakers: Dominique Gray, Erin Pipes, and Kent Jameson Ehrman
Join us for an electrifying showcase of creativity at the ART 2024 Film Festival! Experience the magic of three filmmakers' works, from collaborative gems to daring independent projects, all crafted over 15 weeks of filmmaking fervor. Be part of the excitement as industry experts award excellence in various categories. Don't miss out on this cinematic extravaganza – join us and be captivated!
April 2024
3rd year Student FINAL SHOWCASE
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Presents
THAT WAS EASY: WHAT DOESN'T KILL YOU...MAKES YOU.
Creators: Dominique Gray, Erin Pipes, Jackson Saunders, and Kent Jameson Ehrman
Join us as we proudly present 'That Was Easy,' the culmination of six semesters of hard work and creativity from our Advanced Program students. You're invited to witness the magic of four extraordinary individuals as they unveil their own unique projects, honed through months of dedication and artistic exploration. From captivating short films to side-splitting stand-up comedy and a dazzling new musical, experience the diverse talents of our emerging artists. Don't miss this night of celebration and inspiration, as we applaud the growth and talent of these remarkable students!
April 2024