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What is it that Makes Life Worth Living?

The answer is simple and profound in this one-of-a-kind theatrical experience.It’s the story of a man who, at age seven, in order to cheer up his mom when she first tries to end her life begins compiling a list of the minutiae that make life worth living.Things like ‘ice cream’ and ‘water fights’ give way years later to ‘listening to Miles Davis’ and ‘falling in love.’ Eventually, the ever-growing list is as much for him as it was for his mom.Since 2015, the show has captured hearts and minds as an Off-Broadway hit, a World Tour, an HBO adaptation and runs at both large and small theatres across the country. The reviews have been overwhelmingly positive by audiences and critics alike.And now Every Brilliant Thing is coming to the intimate Monroe Stage for a one-weekend run to benefit the Playhouse’s ‘Buy the Building’ fund.

Every Brilliant Thing July 29 — 31, 2022A Benefit Performance for the ‘Buy the Building’ Fundby Duncan Macmillan & Jonny Donahoedirected by Princess Kannahperformed by Craig A. Miller(Playhouse Artistic Director from 2011-2018)

Craig explores poignant and humorous themes in Every Brilliant Thing.

A Brilliant Performer

Craig helms the show, tackling a serious subject with disarming, comfortable frankness. Most interesting is that the audience is part of the show. Craig, as only Craig can, invites participation in a warm, engaging way putting everyone at ease right from the start.The stage is bare, the lights are on, classical jazz music plays on and strangers soon become friends. Both humorous and heartrending Every Brilliant Thing is an unforgettable night of theatre!

A Brilliant Cause

Experience the BEST live theatre has to offer. AND Support the Playhouse!The VIP experience includes a reception with Craig right after the 85-minute performance, champagne and dessert and front-row seats, $145Reserved seats, $68  Please book your tickets today. And spread the word!

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6^th Street Playhouse celebrates 50 years of presenting quality plays and musicals. The nonprofit theatre company is a staple of the community having something for everyone. 6^th Street Playhouse has a robust Education Department featuring Classes, Camps and Performances for young people. Aja Gianola-Norris, first joined the Playhouse as the Director of Hair and recently, she become the Director of Education & Community Engagement. This Summer the Education Department presents Annie Jr. and Legally Blonde Jr. featuring the enthusiastic young actors as they have the opportunity to take their performance skills to the stage.

6th Street Playhouse’s Managing Director, Anne Clark states, “I am so thrilled to welcome Aja Gianola-Norris to our team at 6th Street Playhouse as the new Director of Education & Community Engagement. Her quiet strength, kindness, intelligence and joy for theater make her the perfect fit for this role and what she contributes will be a gift for our students and the community. Her connections to the theater community in Sonoma County run deep and her passion for theater education is inspiring! We are very lucky to have her.”

The inaugural Concert Series features Shana Morrison & Caledonia on Saturday, July 30^th.  Shana Morrison is the daughter of Music Legend, Van Morrison. She is a talented singer with a great band. Also, on July 30^th, Moondance, an after party with 3 DJ’s round out the evening for your dancing pleasure from 10:30pm to 1:30am. DJ Loisaida explains, “People love to dance to uplifting music and we are thrilled to offer the opportunity to showcase some great music from various genres.”

Every Brilliant Thing tackles a giant subject: What is it that Makes Life Worth Living?

This one-man show starring Craig A. Miller, the former Artistic Director of 6^th Street Playhouse (2011-2018) deals with mental health issues in an uplifting way. It’s the story of a man who, at age seven, in order to cheer up his mom when she first tries to end her life begins compiling a list of the minutiae that make life worth living. Things like ‘ice cream’ and ‘water fights’ give way years later to ‘listening to Miles Davis’ and ‘falling in love.’ Eventually, the ever-growing list is as much for himas it was for his mom.

The production of Every Brilliant Thing from July 29-31, is a benefit for the Buy the Building fund for 6^thStreet Playhouse.

The New Season has 10 great productions; including Pride and Prejudice, Cabaret, River Bride, Scrooge in Love, A Year with Frog and Toad, Little Shop of Horrors, Raisin in the Sun, Always…Patsy Cline, Smart People and Something Rotten! The 2022/2023 Season opens on August 11 with Pride and Prejudice; however, this is not the old-fashioned version but rather, an updated contemporary rendition written by Kate Hamill and based on the classic novel by Jane Austen. 6^th Street Playhouse your go to place for top-notch entertainment.

For more information, visit: 6thstreetplayhouse.com