Differently Abled Entertainment Presents: August Strindberg’s THE FATHER

 

From: Jonni Campbell <jonni@ourdae.org>
Sent: Monday, September 1, 2025 8:36 PM
Subject: Press Release: Strindberg's THE FATHER Comes to Tucson This October

 

Differently Abled Entertainment Presents: August Strindberg's THE FATHER
A Family Torn by Power and Doubt

Differently Abled Entertainment (DAE) is proud to bring to the stage August Strindberg's explosive masterpiece THE FATHER. This gripping psychological drama, first performed in 1887, explores the clash of love, loyalty, and control within a family consumed by mistrust and power struggles.

Banned in several countries for more than two decades due to its controversial themes of marriage, gender roles, and authority, THE FATHER is considered one of Strindberg's most provocative and enduring works. Its raw honesty and emotional intensity continue to resonate more than a century later, sparking conversations that remain just as relevant today.

Audiences can expect not only a moving theatrical experience but also a chance to engage with the material on a deeper level: each performance will be followed by a special audience Q&A with the cast and director.

Show Details

STARRING

• Tony Auriemma as THE CAPTAIN
• Amanda Lynn Beatty as LAURA
• Aubrey Wipf as BERTHA
• Greg Williams as DR. OSTERMARK
• Matthew Benner as PASTOR
• Linda Andresano as MARGARET
• Alex Webster as GEORGE

Directed by Jon-Lee Campbell
Assistant Director Matthew Benner
Produced by Differently Abled Entertainment

SHOWTIMES

• Saturday, October 4 & 11 @ 7 PM (doors open 6:30 PM)
• Sunday, October 5 & 12 @ 2 PM (doors open 1:30 PM)

VENUE
Uneek Dymons
3100 N Stone Ave #114
Tucson, AZ 85705

TICKETS

• Early Bird Tickets: $10 (available until September 15)
• Reserve your seat: givebutter.com/THEFATHER

About the Play

When THE FATHER debuted in the late 19th century, its stark depiction of domestic conflict shook audiences and challenged traditional notions of marriage and authority. Many theaters refused to stage it, and the play was banned outright in some countries for more than 20 years. Today, it is regarded as a groundbreaking work of modern drama, often compared to Ibsen's A Doll's House for its bold confrontation of social norms.

About Differently Abled Entertainment (DAE)

DAE is a Tucson-based nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting disabled and marginalized voices in the arts. By producing inclusive theatre, film, and community events, DAE strives to break barriers and create opportunities for performers of all abilities and backgrounds.

DAE is a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting disabled and marginalized voices in the arts. Learn more at ourDAE.org.

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