Trouble in Mind
Firth J Chew Studio Theatre
A cutting and humorous behind-the-curtain drama.
April 16 – May 2, 2027
Thur–Sat: 7:30PM | Sun: 2:00PM
Adults: $46.50
Students (up to 25): $20
Ticket prices inclusive of fees
Rated PG-13: Set in the 1950s, this play tackles themes of racism and sexism and includes the use of profanity and racially offensive terms.
We kindly request that only guests ages 5 and older attend this production.
Auditions and Callbacks: September 27 – October 3, 2026
For pricing and booking for groups 10+ please contact the Box Office. Discounts start at 5%.
For accessible seating availability and booking please contact the Box Office.
Accessible seating in the Studio Theatre is located on either side of performance space. Up to 4 seats per performance.
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About the Show
Wiletta Mayer, an African American actress of a certain age, has spent her career playing stereotypes, trapped on a merry-go-round of mammies, maids, and other menials. The curtain rises on the first day of rehearsal for Chaos in Belleville, a Broadway-bound play that tackles the harsh truths of racism in America. But when those truths spill out of the play and into the rehearsal hall, will Wiletta’s insistence on her dignity cost her the work she desperately needs?
Nominee: Four 2022 Tony Award, including Best Revival of a Play
Nominee: Two 2022 Drama Desk Awards, including Outstanding Revival of a Play
Creative
By
Alice Childress
Licensing
Concord Theatricals
Director
Juan A. Mas
Juan A. Mas is a Colombian-Cuban producer and director in film, television, and theater. He has produced and directed in Spokane, Los Angeles, and internationally throughout several Eastern European countries over the last thirty years. Most recently, he directed Brian by Committee for Spokane Civic Theatre, a BIPOC production of Hamlet for Seattle Shakespeare Company, Much Ado About Nothing for Spokane Ensemble Theatre, and References to Salvador Dalí Make Me Hot for Stage Left Theatre. Juan is committed to creating a collaborative rehearsal room where dedicated performers at every stage of their artistic journey can discover the best within themselves.
Producer
Michael Bethley
Dramaturg
Angela Schwendiman, MA
Sound and Music Design
T.S The Solution
Costume Design
Jáiz Boyd
Stage Manager
Jaz Vega
Assistant Director
TaeZhanae Hays-Cormier
Production Support
Season 79 Presenting Sponsor
