neural
by @ajaypawaanGirlhood, grief, and glitches.
Three best friends. One camping trip. A digital resurrection.
At the intersection of Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants and Black Mirror, neural follows three best friends embarking on a camping trip to honor their deceased fourth friend's love for the outdoors. After virtually resurrecting her through artificial intelligence, the group descends into a journey of aching discovery and heartbreak.
Many thanks to the students of The Old Globe and USD Shiley Graduate Theatre Program for their help with the development of this piece: Sasha Aronson, Kristina Hinako, Stephanie Hinck, Susane Lee, Sydney Miles, Taji Mayberry, Chris Hathaway, and Kevin Alicea.
SISA
written, performed, and directed by Angelynne PawaanA mother’s search for her two sons ignites a revolution that will echo through generations.
SISA: a fifteen minute theatrical adaptation of the infamous Narcisa Ibarra from Noli Me Tengere by Jose Rizal. This work became Angelynne’s autuerial debut on Sunday, April 27th, 2025 as part of her final thesis presentation as an MFA student with The Old Globe/USD.
Many thanks to the faculty of The Old Globe and USD Shiley Graduate Theatre Program for their help with the development of this piece: Danielle Mages Amato, Jesse Perez, Emmelyn Thayer, Nathan Crocker, Ray Chambers, and Group 37 (Danny Adams, Lisa VillaMil, Chris Hathaway, Akoni Steinmann, Kevin Alicea-Minor, and Erick Lindsey).
Photos by Rich Soublet II, Video by Mark Holmes
