Iowa New Play Festival – Production Series
American Rusałki
a play with music
By Christopher Lysik
Directed by Kayla Adams
Set in 1800s, rural New England, a small town on the outskirts of a forest find themselves at the center of a storm—facing consequences from a sin that plagued the lands long ago. As several townspeople find themselves facing terrible obstacles, they will soon discover exactly what they're willing to do for those they love.
Please be advised this production includes discussions and depictions of murder, suicide, self-harm, sexual content, weaponization of religion, animal sacrifice, infant illness/mortality, weapons, and the supernatural; strong language, and the use of fog and haze.