October | 2018 | Colin Speer Crowley

Yesterday, my historical farce “Philosophus” closed at Alleyway Theatre of Buffalo, New York! What a wonderful production – expertly directed by Neal Radice (assisted by Samantha Marchant), gorgeously costumed by Joyce Stilson and Todd Warfield, and perfectly acted by Chris J. Handley, James Cichocki, Christopher Standart, Emily Yancey, and Andrew Zuccari. I couldn’t have possibly asked for or dreamed of a better world premiere for this play.

“Philosophus” was Alleyway Theatre’s 148th production – one of many world premieres produced by this great theatre. It is truly rare to find such a great theater devoting itself (riskily) solely to new work, and it is an honor my work was chosen by them. Many thanks goes to Neal Radice for his trust and his guidance (he recommended some tweaks and tightening to the script that were enacted halfway through the play’s run).

Enjoy this wonderful montage of photos… the costumes alone speak a thousand words!

The world premiere cast of “Philosophus” – clockwise from upper-left: James Cichocki, Andrew Zuccari, Chris J. Handley, Emily Yancey, and Christopher Standart

My play “Fifteen Men in a Smoke-Filled Room” closed the other day after a wonderful 5-week run at Elite Theatre Company of Oxnard, CA! I was extremely impressed by the show in every way and was happy to see the hype grow about it online, bolstered by three positive reviews, which gave especial due to the tremendous cast.

What a magnificent job by so many great people – L. J. Stevens, Artistic Director of Elite Theatre Company; Angela DeCicco, the magnificent director of the show; Stephanie Rice, Production Manager; and a wonderful cast of actors and actresses – Scott Blanchard, Bill Walthall, Jill Dolan, Reign Lewis, Sean Love Mason, Eric McGowan, and Allan Noel.

Take one last look at the beautiful, dark green set – so lush and perfect for a period hotel in Chicago, IL – courtesy of L. J. Stevens and Angela DeCicco: