Ensemble Theatre Company Presents "The Thanksgiving Play"
- Thu, Oct 57:30 PM
- Fri, Oct 68 PM
- Sat, Oct 78 PM
- Sun, Oct 82 PM
- Sun, Oct 87 PM
- Tue, Oct 107:30 PM
- Wed, Oct 117:30 PM
- Thu, Oct 127:30 PM
- Fri, Oct 138 PM
- Sat, Oct 144 PM
- Sat, Oct 148 PM
- Sun, Oct 152 PM
- Sun, Oct 157 PM
- Tue, Oct 177:30 PM
- Wed, Oct 187:30 PM
- Thu, Oct 197:30 PM
- Fri, Oct 208 PM
- Sat, Oct 218 PM
- Sun, Oct 222 PM
"Theatres, like ETC, have a responsibility to help bring new perspective and voices to the forefront, especially as we all navigate today’s evolving societal norms,” said Scott DeVine, ETC’s executive director. “Bringing The Thanksgiving Play to the New Vic delivers on that responsibility by providing our audiences with the opportunity to experience the creative work of the only Native American Broadway playwright, Larissa FastHorse. Our hope is that this production will inspire conversations around our collective history as we all embark upon the holiday season.”
Good intentions collide with absurd assumptions in Larissa FastHorse’s wickedly funny satire, as a troupe of terminally “woke” teaching artists scrambles to create a pageant that somehow manages to celebrate both Turkey Day and Native American Heritage Month.
“We are so fortunate to be able to bring The Thanksgiving Play to Santa Barbara with a fantastic cast,” said McDonald. “Audiences can expect a hilarious journey that dissects the absurdity of political correctness and challenges the way we celebrate Thanksgiving. I cannot wait to serve this delicious theatrical Thanksgiving platter that will leave patrons thankful for the power of humor and the unifying nature of theater.”
Please Note: This production contains depicted graphic violence and sexual innuendo, and is not recommended for those under the age of 13.
Events & Talks
- Opening Night - October 7, 2023 at 8:00pm
Immediately following the performance of The Thanksgiving Play, opening night attendees are treated to a festive post-show wine and hors d’oeuvre reception with the artists. - Pre-Show Talk - October 11, 2023 and October 18, 2023 at 6:45pm
Join Dramaturg Ward LeHardy for a free, lively, and informative half-hour talk in The New Vic courtyard before each Wednesday performance of The Thanksgiving Play. - Martini Night - October 13, 2024 at 7:15pm
Mingle with friends and enjoy a complimentary show themed martini with your ticket purchase of The Thanksgiving Play. Held in The New Vic courtyard 45-minutes prior to curtain on the second Friday of the run. - Wednesday Matinee Tea Talk - October 18, 2023 at 1:15pm
Join us for a special conversation over tea with invited guest scholars to share their insights on a topic particular to The Thanksgiving Play, as related to Santa Barbara history and culture.
- Thursday Talkback - October 19, 2023
Immediately following the final Thursday evening performance of The Thanksgiving Play, meet members of the cast and participate in an informal 20-30 minute Q&A about the show.