“Among the most ceaselessly inventive theatre pieces I have seen….It immerses the audience in a fantastical universe, at one point, plunging underneath the fiery river Styx, thanks to outlandishly inventive puppetry, projections, lighting, and audio….The bigger story here is concerned with new beginnings, and it is told gorgeously.”
—The New York Times
OVERVIEW
Deep within the underworld, two skeleton friends – a Dodo and a boy – tirelessly dig for fresh bones. Their ancient skeletal forms are deteriorating and without them they will disappear completely. One day, something peculiar happens: the Dodo miraculously sprouts feathers! A wave of transformation begins, shattering the established order of the dead. As the Dodo continues to grow flesh, fear and chaos erupt. The two friends must flee, fighting to stay together as they are drawn into the heart of an epic battle between existence and extinction. Infused with puppetry, humor, and stunning visual effects, the Drama Desk and Obie Award-winning theater company Wakka Wakka conjures a mesmerizing musical odyssey about survival, transformation and the power of true friendship.
Dead As A Dodo runs approximately 80 minutes with no intermission.
No Late Seating; No Re-entry.
Recommended for Ages 7+
LOCATION
Te Ata Theater
Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center
11 NW 11th St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
PAY-WHAT YOU WANT RUSH
Pay-What-You-Want rush tickets are available in person only, starting one hour before curtain on the day of the performance. A minimum price of $10 applies. The list will open one hour before curtain, but tickets will be distributed beginning 10 minutes before the performance. Tickets are first-come, first-served, limited to two per person, and not guaranteed.
IMPORTANT DATES
Thursday, October 23rd 7:30pm - opening night & cocktail celebration
Saturday, October 25th 2:00pm - talkback to follow
