“A charming and incisive analysis of gender and racial biases inherent to the U.S. Constitution that examines how this living document could evolve to fit modern America.”
– 2019 Pulitzer Prize for Drama Committee
Synopsis: Don’t miss this funny, fast-paced, and warm production – that ultimately inspires hope. The emotions run deep in this politely confrontational, out-of-breath Tony-nominated whirlwind story that took Broadway by storm in 2019! Follow playwright Heidi Schreck’s journey through the complexities of American democracy, gender equality, and the evolving interpretation of the United States Constitution!
Content Warning: This production contains mentions of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and discussions of abortion and its stigmatization.
VIEW PROGRAMNOTE:
Due to our renovations at Orlando Shakes, What the Constitution Means to Me will be performed at the Edyth Bush Theater at Orlando Family Stage, 1001 East Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803. It is also located in Loch Haven Park on the other side of the park from Orlando Shakes.
IMPACT INITIATIVE
During the run of What the Constitution Means to Me, Orlando Shakes is introducing the Impact Initiative.
As part of our new Impact Initiative, we honor individuals who have courageously and unapologetically paved the way for future generations. Whether emerging leaders or established trailblazers, we celebrate those who inspire and uplift our community through their dedication, innovation, and vision for a brighter future.
Orlando Shakes’ mission is to enrich our community with engaging professional theater, inspiring educational experiences, and thought-provoking new plays. We value building community through art, language, imagination, excellence, professionalism, mentorship, inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
MEET THE HONOREESWhat the Constitution Means to Me” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
Original Broadway Production Produced by Diana DiMenna Aaron Glick Matt Ross Madeleine Foster Bersin Myla Lerner/ Jon Bierman Jenna Segal/ Catherine Markowitz Jana Shea/ Maley-Stolbun-Sussman Rebecca Gold/ Jose Antonio Vargas Level Forward Cornice Productions Lassen Wyse Balsam Nederlander Productions/ Kate Lear
What the Constitution Means to Me was commissioned by True Love Productions.
This production originated as part of Summerworks in June and July 2017, produced by Clubbed Thumb in partnership with True Love Productions.
West Coast premiere produced by Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Berkeley, CA,
Tony Taccone, Artistic Director/Susan Medak, Managing Director.
What the Constitution Means to Me had its Off-Broadway premiere in New York City at New York Theatre Workshop, Jim Nicola, Artistic Director, Jeremy Blocker, Managing Director, 2018
Additional material by: Danny Wolohan
Creative Team
Director Monica Long Tamborello
Scenic Designer Kurt Bippert
Lighting Designer Delonte Smith
Costume Designer Alison Reid
Sound Designer Britt Sandusky
AEA Stage Manager George Hamrah*
Wardrobe Jacquelyn Sanchez
Mills Apprentice Production Assistant David Diaz
Mills Apprentice Production Assistant Therese Grant
Mills Apprentice Production Assistant Valeria Martinez-Dagnino
* = Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
Children under 5 will not be admitted into the Theater.