shows from the past
Improv Comedy
As Blank Conversations’ first event, “Improv Comedy” opened at The Range on November 8th, 2019.
The Cast: Teddy Aspen Sanchez, Jaiden Jaramillo, Nick Check, Aliyah Montellano, Jessica Jimenez, Gus David Sanchez
Venue: The Range
“The Ultimate Christmas Show (abridged)”
When winter has struck the groups and programs planning on performing at the Multicultural Interfaith Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant, the Saint Everybody's Ensemble has to take over and perform over twenty acts under two hours.
The Cast: Erin Wendorf, Alyssa Gose, Nico Holguin, and Bryan Berard
Director: Gus David Sanchez
Stage Manager: Roxi Garcia
Venue: Sugies’ Diner
2020
“The Last Five Years”
This beautiful musical tells the story of a five year relationship in an oddly unique way. Cathy, an aspiring actress, tells her story from the end to the beginning, whereas Jamie, a successful author, tells his story chronologically.
“The Last Five Years” opened at The Range on February 7th, and ran until February 16th.
The Cast: Gus David Sanchez (Jamie), Peyton Womble (Cathy), Ben Muckenthaler (alt Jamie)
Director: Matthew Esqueda
Stage Manager: Kaylin Bergland
Music Director: Bryan Berard
Venue: The Range
The Incompatibles
The Incompatibles is a one-act comedy written in 1916, and follows the new couple, Fred and Marian, as they attempt to have dinner. This show is presented only through audio only, and can be streamed through YouTube.
Director: Gus David Sanchez
Cast: Jessica Jimenez (Marian), Nick Check (Fred), Gus David Sanchez (George)
Hamless
Have you ever wanted to see two guys perform as every single character in Hamlet, while being hundreds of miles apart? Of course you have. This video will see Ben Muckenthaler and Gus David Sanchez attempt to portray every single character in Hamlet in one sitting. Neither of the two will have rehearsed this reading, nor will they let each other know what their costumes are. Exactly how Shakespeare would have wanted it.
The Cast: Ben Muckenthaler & Gus David Sanchez.
Unhappy Holidays Reading
Authors Gus David Sanchez and Luca Silver return to their Christmas epic three years after premiering at Centennial High School, "Unhappy Holidays". The play follows Thomas, a Jewish boy, and Rachel, a Catholic girl, attempting to fall in love while still holding on to their religious traditions. However, after Santa and his elves discover a threat to Christmas, it will be up to Thomas and Rachel to save Christmas.
Pariah, a One-Act Play
Alone on a hill, two Swedish men attempt to learn about the other’s identity as a rain storm passes. One is a victim of violence, and the other is a victim of wit.
The Cast: Calvin Chervinko & Gus David Sanchez
Audio Engineer: Joshua Tellez
I Want to See You in Person (Our Second Honest Conversation)
by Christine Hamilton-Schmidt
After a big decision has been made about their relationship, Daniel and Cora meet for an online chat about how to move forward.
The Cast: Frankie Gomez (Daniel) and Eva Cullen (Cora)
Directed by: Gus David Sanchez
October 27th - October 31st
This production was presented through a private YouTube link.
2021
The One-Word Christmas Carol
by Dwayne Yancey
Synopsis: The traditional tale of A Christmas Carol with one exception: the number one. One actor, one word per line. Only this version of A Christmas Carol will make you say "Merry!" and then wait for someone else to speak so you can then say "Christmas!"
Performances will be streamed on Youtube.
Starring: Ben Muckenthaler
Directed by: Jackson Huffman and Ben Muckenthaler
Edited by: Jackson Huffman
Dracula
Adapted from Bram Stoker’s novel “Dracula”, Orson Welles brings to life the vampire tale in this radio play adaptation from the Mercury Theatre broadcast in 1938. Listen in on a truly horrifying take on the famed character.
Director: Gus David Sanchez
Assistant Director: Topher Lininger
The Cast: Darin Robert Cabot (Dracula), McKensi Cabot (Arthur Seward), Scott Brocato (Van Helsing), Steven Cousler (Johnathon Harker), Emily James (Mina Harker), Ed Montes (Captain), Brianna Padilla (The Mate and Driver 1), Alyssa Gose (Lucy and Hildsheim), Cassandra Galban (Hand 2 and the News Vendor), Richard Gustin (Old Man and Hand 1), Topher Lininger (Dracula’s Driver), and Gus David Sanchez (Second Captain).
The Tragedy of Macbeth
Written by William Shakespeare
Edited by J.P. Crabb
Synopsis: The Tragedy of Macbeth tells the classic tale of how the noblest of men become corrupt by ambition and power. This new audio drama will transplant Shakespeare’s classic text into our modern political landscape. Whether it be with armies or votes, Macbeth’s rise and fall will continue to resonate with those willing to listen.
Director: Joseluis Solorzano
The Cast: Nick Mayeux (Macbeth), Gina DeMando (Lady Macbeth), Loren Jackson (Banquo), Kendall Hicks (Macduff), Ed Montes (Duncan and Hecate), Erin Wendorf (Lennox, Sergeant, and Siward), David Bruner (Seyton and Ross), Max Cline (Fleance, Donalbain, Lord, Macduff’s Son, Menteith, and Angus), Emily James (First Witch, First Murderer, and Porter) Mara Carmona (Second Witch, Second Murderer, and Lady Macduff), and Cassandra Galban (Third Witch, Third Murderer, Messenger, and Malcolm)
Editor: Gus David Sanchez
This production will air on KRUX 91.5 and have a premiere on our YouTube channel. Check out our Radio Play Schedule to find out when this show will air on KRUX 91.5.