Live Staged Reading of “End of Times Therapy” on April 9th

From the depths of Covid isolation comes a play that takes place in 2035 Los Angeles. Food is scarce, war is imminent, and the patriarchy dominates. But one therapist finds a way to make a difference. Co-produced by Solange Castro (me) and Abigail Marlowe, onApril 9th the world will see the first live staged reading by an amazing group of actors including Abigail Marlowe (Sisters, Brooklyn 99), Ben Webber (Sex and the City), Ratana Therakulsathit (Marvels, Avengers), Julia Larach (Chill Girl), Michael Marc Friedman (S.W.A.T.) and Anne Gregory (Punk’d).

Here are some answers to questions about the play you may or may not have.

Why did you write a play?
Because, like everyone, I was stuck at home with little to do and filled with anxiety about the state of the world. Unlike in my younger years, I no longer see writing as the highest calling. I am more a fan of kindness and just being someone who calls people on their birthday. But sometimes the universe sets you up to do something, and with a break from work, money in the bank, and literally zero plans for weeks, I accepted The Assignment and began the process that I can only describe as ripping an idea out of my brain.

Will this play change the awful state of the world?
Short answer, no. I struggled with this a lot because there are so many other things I think would be useful to the world than my silly ridiculous play. And this line of thinking are the kind of pep talks I have to contend with every time I look at it. However, as friends and supportive people have reminded me, writing a play gives actors something to act out, brings talented people together, attracts an audience looking for something without an action sequence (though truth be told, I may add an action sequence), and creates the possibility for something “magical” (a word I claim to use sparingly). And not to sound like a theater geek, but an engaged audience with a performance can be one of the greatest things ever and good feelings will ensue.

Is this play as dark depressing like the title sounds?
Not entirely, I think it’s partly funny and irreverent. But, yes, these are dark times we are living in and art must reflect.