Angels In America — Foolish Production Company

Reviews

“However, despite my reservations, Foolish Productions Co., under the direction of Michael Mulhearn made a believer out of me. Foolish’s Perestroika greatly impresses, thanks to both the grounded performances of an all-around strong cast.

Standout performances are brought forth by Michael Matts as Belize, the night nurse whose patience could qualify him for sainthood; Gregory Blair as the cruel, yet afraid, Roy Cohn; and Mikey Mulhearn as Prior, the unwilling prophet.

Foolish Production Co.’s daring to decision to mount the epic “A Gay Fantasia on National Themes” has paid off.”

— Julia Stier, Stage Raw

“Foolish Production Co and director Mikey Mulhearn took on an enormous challenge when they decided to mount playwright Tony Kushner’s monumental Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning two-part epic Angels in America. They chose the 60-seat Broadwater Black Box Theatre on Santa Monica Blvd., with its theatre-in-the-square configuration, and damn if they did not succeed! The work is divided into two three-hour-plus plays—Millenium Approaches and Perestroika. The lengthy playing time passes by effortlessly under Mulhearn’s skilled and precise direction.

The biggest plus in this bare bones’ presentation is that Kushner’s brilliant script is truly front and center and after 30-plus years it has not lost a bit of its bite and fury or its humor. Mulhearn and his cast really make every word, every emotion hit its target.

If you have never seen Angels in America before, don’t miss this rare chance. If you have seen it before, don’t miss this chance to see it up close and even more personal.”

— Rob Stevens, Haines His Way

Awards

Nominated for 13 Broadway World Regional Awards including- Best Play, Best Director, Best Leading Actors, Best Supporting Actors, and Best Scenic Design

Nominated for 10 Robby Awards including- Best Drama, Best Director of a Drama, Best Leading Actors of a Drama, Best Leading Actress of a Drama, best Supporting Actors in a Drama, Best Lighting Design, and Best Sound Design

Foolish Production Co, and director Mikey Mulhearn are proud to present an epically intimate take on Tony Kushner’s award winning Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, Part One: Millennium Approaches and Part Two: Perestroika. It’s mid 80s America. In the shadow of a conservative administration and a sweeping epidemic- eight people navigate love, loss, race, identity, and the future of America. Epic, yet intimate, Angels In America places us face to face with the questions, “Can we change?” and “Are we doomed?” Both parts of Angels In America will be presented in rotating repertory at The Broadwater in Hollywood.

Written by Tony Kushner

Directed by Mikey Mulhearn

The Broadwater

April/May 2022

Poster Design by Brendan Haley

Cast

Creative Team

Director Mikey Mulhearn

Intimacy Choreographer/Fight Director Celina Surniak

Associate Director Amy Slothower

Stage Manager Jesse Fiene

Composer Alec de Kevor

Make Up/SFX Designer Kristin Andersson

Costume Designer Libby Wahlmeier

Lighting Designer Ray Jones

Sound Designer Stephanie Yackovesty

Kaddish Teaching Jeremy Lowenstein

Medical Advisor Kellie Knabe

Rehearsal Trailers

Proof of vaccination is required to attend and will be checked at the door. Audience members will be required to wear a mask through the duration of the production.

Shows will not be socially distanced unless required by the state of California and/or city of Los Angeles.

COVID

Guidelines

Venue Information

Address

The Black Box

6322 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Getting Here

We suggest carpooling or taking an Uber/Lyft to the venue since parking is limited to the street/metered spots.

Parking

Parking is limited to meters and the local neighborhood. Please ensure that you read all posted signs to avoid a ticket/towing.

There is a parking lot/garage located at Gold’s gym 2 blocks from the venue. The address is 1016 Cole Ave, Hollywood, CA 90038

Rehearsal Photos

(Credit Kodi Jackman)