DON’T ASK
a new play by Hayley Procacci
synopsis
1992. A commissioned second lieutenant fights a deeply personal battle, making history as one of the first lesbians to come out to the United States Army. Exploring one of the most masculine of cultures, the military, Don’t Ask is a queer fantasia that challenges antiquated American systems along the journey of one woman’s road towards both personal and communal queer liberation.
based on a true story.
creative team
written and created by Hayley Procacci
directed by Hayley Procacci* and Karla Koskinen
produced by The UAB Department of Theatre and Alys Stephens Center
stage managed by Alexander DeWolfe
scenic design… Alan E. Schwanke
lighting design… Kelly Allison
sound design… David Page
property design… Inji Ha
costume design… Dana Guadajaro Anaya
script consultation… Karla Koskinen
choreographer… Hayley Procacci
rifle choreographer… Roy Lightner
ROTC consultant… Jasmine Chaney
dramaturg… Selby Whaley
intimacy coordinator… Mona Eldahsoury
acting coach… Karla Koskinen
assistant director… Kris L. Brooks
production manager… Therrin Eber
featuring Cheslee Duke, Georgia Williams, Sammy Sledd, Owen McManus, Keyon Lewis-Sayles, Evelyn Shores, Isaiah Leslie, Patrick Wilson, Charlie Brownd, and Jared Owens.
production photos by Taylor Campbell
videography by Abigail Pruett
*Guest Artist
*Collegiate World Premiere
press
“New, original play by Theatre UAB grad to have world-premiere performance” - UAB News
Excellence in Directing - ACTF
Excellence in Scenic Design- ACTF
Excellence in Choreography- ACTF
what the audiences is saying
“life changing experience from Hayley Procacci. perfect and eye opening.”
— Robin Lacy“a must see. this show beautifully carries so many heavy themes and yet is still human. a modern masterclass in writing, directing, and acting.”
— Jimmy Kratt“truly moving, and gorgeously written, directed, choreographed, acted, and lit. I shed more than a few tears… and found it utterly compelling.”
— Dr. Kristine Hurst-Wajszcuk