Rituals of Theophany
By Darrin Terpstra
Directed by Vivian Bonde

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 - 1:30 pm
Catalano Acting Studio, Room 172 | UI Theatre Building

Please be advised this performance features frequent discussions of Christian fundamentalism and BDSM/kink. There are references to sexual assault (not experienced by either character) and transphobia.

ONE is looking for God. TWO is looking for absolution. They find both through BDSM.

Research for this play was funded in part by the Summer Performing Arts Graduate Student Research Award (2025). Special thanks to the Department of Theatre Arts.

Approximate run time is 60 minutes with no intermission.

Guest Roundtable to follow in Room 206.

Tickets:
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