A River to the sky performance
at ptown inc. theme park
P-town, Inc. Theme Park and CEO Jay Critchley present Innerworkings Theater’s
“A River to the Sky: The Life of Water”
created and performed by Arvid Tomayko and Wyona Gene Tourmaline
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Click here to reserve your ticket
Tickets: $10-30 sliding scale
Performance Details:
Dates: Wednesday, August 7th and Thursday, August 8th, 2024
Time: Doors 7:00 pm, Tour 7:30 pm (20 min), Performance 8:00 pm (50 min)
Location: P-town, Inc. Theme Park, 7 Carnes Ln, Provincetown, MA
Provincetown, MA – P-town, Inc. Theme Park and CEO Jay Critchley present “A River to the Sky: The Life of Water,” an experimental narrative performance by Innerworkings Theater’s Arvid Tomayko and Wyona Gene Tourmaline. This 50-minute multimedia performance will take audiences on a captivating voyage through time and imagination, exploring the essence of water and our deep connection to it.
About the Show:
Created and performed by Wyona Gene Tourmaline and Arvid Tomayko, “A River to the Sky: The Life of Water” is an immersive theater experience like no other. This captivating performance combines wearable sculpture, video projection, shadow play, spoken word, and sound, all set within a mesmerizing environment crafted by visionary artist Jay Critchley.
As you move through the visually dynamic environment, you'll find yourself experiencing a narrative that spans the ancient past to speculative futures. Before the show begins, audiences will be treated to a guided tour of the space by Critchley himself, offering a glimpse into the alchemy that brings his world of art and activism to life.
The Narrative:
Prepare to be transported through portals of light emerging from the Earth's depths to ethereal projections of ancestral bodies of water. Tourmaline and Tomayko weave a tale that interlaces human ancestors, ancient life, climate change, and potential futures, all brought to life through interactions with Critchley's evocative environment and sculptures. As your hosts for the performance, a gaggle of sassy, opinionated dinosaur spirits share their wisdom and humor, guiding audiences to reflect on humanity's relationship with weather patterns, climate change, and ancestral knowledge.
Artistic Elements:
Immersive Dance and Movement: Performers interact with projectors and lights, creating an ever-shifting visual narrative that engages the senses.
Shadow Play and Wearable Sculpture: These elements blend seamlessly with the performance environment, adding depth and texture to the story.
Video Projection and Somatic Meditation: These techniques explore the impact of climate change on life, drawing parallels between contemporary struggles and ancestral conflicts over water and land.
Short Description:
Through the wit and wisdom of dinosaur spirits, audiences embark on a journey from the ancient past into the distant future, revealing water's forgotten secrets through mirrors and apparitions. This performance invites reflection on our environmental legacy with a perfect balance of humor and profound gravity.
About the Artists:
Wyona Gene Tourmaline (aka H. Gene Thompson): Based in both Pittsburgh, PA, and New Orleans, LA, Tourmaline brings a diverse performance background in interdisciplinary art, abstract puppetry, and somatic experiences.
Arvid Tomayko: A native of Provincetown and progeny of local artists Vicky Tomayko and Jim Peters, Tomayko has deep roots in the local community. Tomayko’s expertise in video art, sound design, and expressive technology brings the show’s production to a level rarely seen at this intimate scale.
This is the third collaboration between Tomayko and Critchley which included the Herring Cove Bathroom project, Ten Days that Shook the World, and Cryptic Providence at North Burial Ground, RI.
About Innerworkings Theater:
Innerworkings Theater, founded by H. Gene Thompson and Arvid Tomayko, is dedicated to creating innovative and immersive performance experiences. Based in both Pittsburgh, PA, and New Orleans, LA, they tour their work nationally, bringing thought-provoking and sensory-rich performances to diverse audiences.
About Jay Critchley:
CEO of P-town, Inc. Theme Park, Jay Critchley is a singular artist whose work employs locally sourced materials, architecture, installation, sculpture, film, performance, and text that explore environmental, social, and political themes. His global installations and performance environments challenge audiences to reflect on contemporary issues and their impact on our world. His ongoing project, Democracy of the Land, is a genre-bending creation that views the land, now disrupted and pained, as the promise of planetary regeneration. He is founder of the Provincetown Community Compact that sponsors the Provincetown Swim for Life & Paddler Flotilla. For info about the space email [email protected]
Join Us:
Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience “A River to the Sky: The Life of Water” activating Jay Critchley’s Ptown Inc. Theme Park. Join us for an unforgettable performance that will leave you reflecting on our connection to water and the environment in new and meaningful ways.
For more information about the performance and to stay updated on future events, please check out Innerworkings Theater on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerworkings_theater/
“A River to the Sky: The Life of Water”
created and performed by Arvid Tomayko and Wyona Gene Tourmaline
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Click here to reserve your ticket
Tickets: $10-30 sliding scale
Performance Details:
Dates: Wednesday, August 7th and Thursday, August 8th, 2024
Time: Doors 7:00 pm, Tour 7:30 pm (20 min), Performance 8:00 pm (50 min)
Location: P-town, Inc. Theme Park, 7 Carnes Ln, Provincetown, MA
Provincetown, MA – P-town, Inc. Theme Park and CEO Jay Critchley present “A River to the Sky: The Life of Water,” an experimental narrative performance by Innerworkings Theater’s Arvid Tomayko and Wyona Gene Tourmaline. This 50-minute multimedia performance will take audiences on a captivating voyage through time and imagination, exploring the essence of water and our deep connection to it.
About the Show:
Created and performed by Wyona Gene Tourmaline and Arvid Tomayko, “A River to the Sky: The Life of Water” is an immersive theater experience like no other. This captivating performance combines wearable sculpture, video projection, shadow play, spoken word, and sound, all set within a mesmerizing environment crafted by visionary artist Jay Critchley.
As you move through the visually dynamic environment, you'll find yourself experiencing a narrative that spans the ancient past to speculative futures. Before the show begins, audiences will be treated to a guided tour of the space by Critchley himself, offering a glimpse into the alchemy that brings his world of art and activism to life.
The Narrative:
Prepare to be transported through portals of light emerging from the Earth's depths to ethereal projections of ancestral bodies of water. Tourmaline and Tomayko weave a tale that interlaces human ancestors, ancient life, climate change, and potential futures, all brought to life through interactions with Critchley's evocative environment and sculptures. As your hosts for the performance, a gaggle of sassy, opinionated dinosaur spirits share their wisdom and humor, guiding audiences to reflect on humanity's relationship with weather patterns, climate change, and ancestral knowledge.
Artistic Elements:
Immersive Dance and Movement: Performers interact with projectors and lights, creating an ever-shifting visual narrative that engages the senses.
Shadow Play and Wearable Sculpture: These elements blend seamlessly with the performance environment, adding depth and texture to the story.
Video Projection and Somatic Meditation: These techniques explore the impact of climate change on life, drawing parallels between contemporary struggles and ancestral conflicts over water and land.
Short Description:
Through the wit and wisdom of dinosaur spirits, audiences embark on a journey from the ancient past into the distant future, revealing water's forgotten secrets through mirrors and apparitions. This performance invites reflection on our environmental legacy with a perfect balance of humor and profound gravity.
About the Artists:
Wyona Gene Tourmaline (aka H. Gene Thompson): Based in both Pittsburgh, PA, and New Orleans, LA, Tourmaline brings a diverse performance background in interdisciplinary art, abstract puppetry, and somatic experiences.
Arvid Tomayko: A native of Provincetown and progeny of local artists Vicky Tomayko and Jim Peters, Tomayko has deep roots in the local community. Tomayko’s expertise in video art, sound design, and expressive technology brings the show’s production to a level rarely seen at this intimate scale.
This is the third collaboration between Tomayko and Critchley which included the Herring Cove Bathroom project, Ten Days that Shook the World, and Cryptic Providence at North Burial Ground, RI.
About Innerworkings Theater:
Innerworkings Theater, founded by H. Gene Thompson and Arvid Tomayko, is dedicated to creating innovative and immersive performance experiences. Based in both Pittsburgh, PA, and New Orleans, LA, they tour their work nationally, bringing thought-provoking and sensory-rich performances to diverse audiences.
About Jay Critchley:
CEO of P-town, Inc. Theme Park, Jay Critchley is a singular artist whose work employs locally sourced materials, architecture, installation, sculpture, film, performance, and text that explore environmental, social, and political themes. His global installations and performance environments challenge audiences to reflect on contemporary issues and their impact on our world. His ongoing project, Democracy of the Land, is a genre-bending creation that views the land, now disrupted and pained, as the promise of planetary regeneration. He is founder of the Provincetown Community Compact that sponsors the Provincetown Swim for Life & Paddler Flotilla. For info about the space email [email protected]
Join Us:
Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience “A River to the Sky: The Life of Water” activating Jay Critchley’s Ptown Inc. Theme Park. Join us for an unforgettable performance that will leave you reflecting on our connection to water and the environment in new and meaningful ways.
For more information about the performance and to stay updated on future events, please check out Innerworkings Theater on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerworkings_theater/