Death Surrogates
By Cianon Jones
Location: Alan MacVey Theatre,
Theatre Building
Thursday, Mar. 13, 2025, 8 p.m.
Friday, Mar. 14, 2025, 8 p.m.
Saturday, Mar. 15, 2025, 8 p.m.
As the end of the world looms, a tech company barrels to launch their newest invention which promises to serve some kind of answer. But this answer isn't meant for just anybody. Death Surrogates is a tale that explores the traumatic echo chamber that bodies of power use to prey upon the vulnerable.
Please be advised that the show has depictions/portrayals/mentions of the following: human experimentation, gore, body horror, combat, weaponry, self-harm, child endangerment, psychological abuse, physical abuse, forced dosing of barbiturates/drugs, barbiturates/drugs, murder, suicide, assisted suicide, euthanasia, death, and cannibalism. This production will have finger guns and flashing lights.
CAST
| ROLE | NAME |
|---|---|
| Friendly Stranger | ASHA KELLER |
| Jerome/Tobias/Child | KYLEN PHILLIPS* |
| Francis Fog | SOPHIA POLKING* |
| Paxen | ISAIAH OWENS |
| Des | E'MMA CAMARA* |
| Ray | STEPHANIE DECKER* |
CREATIVE TEAM
| TITLE | NAME |
|---|---|
| Playwright | CIANON JONES |
| Director | JOSH TURNER |
| Stage Manager | ADDY TAYLOR |
| Lighting Designer | GABBY JOHNSON* |
*Undergraduate student. UI Theatre is dedicated to providing hands-on theatre experience for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Tickets:
Tickets for workshops and galleries are free of charge; however, you must obtain a ticket at the door and seating is limited.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Department of Theatre Arts in advance at 319-335-2700.