Free Presentation: Survival of the Fittest: Eugene O’Neill’s “The First Man” and the Forces of Environment and Expectations

Museum of the San Ramon Valley 205 Railroad Ave., Danville, CA, United States

Join us on Saturday, January 14, 2023 for Beth Wynstra’s free presentation, “Survival of the Fittest: Eugene O’Neill’s The First Man and the Forces of Environment and Expectations,” go have a great dinner in downtown Danville and then come back and see a show! In her talk, Beth will explore the cultural context of O’Neill’s The First Man. Specifically,…

Eugene O’Neill’s “The First Man” – SOLD OUT

Museum of the San Ramon Valley 205 Railroad Ave., Danville, CA, United States

The Eugene O'Neill Foundation, Tao House presents a script-in-hand performance of O'Neill's  The First Man, directed by Eric Fraisher Hayes. Eugene O’Neill loved and hated many things in his life. New London, CT, the only “home” he knew growing up was no different. While the town provided him with a measure of security and sense…

$30.00

Eugene O’Neill’s “The First Man” – SOLD OUT

Museum of the San Ramon Valley 205 Railroad Ave., Danville, CA, United States

The Eugene O'Neill Foundation, Tao House presents a script-in-hand performance of O'Neill's The First Man, directed by Eric Fraisher Hayes. Eugene O’Neill loved and hated many things in his life. New London, CT, the only “home” he knew growing up was no different. While the town provided him with a measure of security and sense of…

$30.00

O’Neill’s “Welded” – a Tao House Film

Virtual Offering

The film of O'Neill's "Welded" is now accessible to the public! Watch it on YouTube at your leisure, and then join us for an online discussion on May 11.   Stream it HERE   Following the April 27 release of the Welded film, EONF will be hosting an online discussion of the play on Thursday,…

Free Online Discussion on “Welded” – A Tao House Film

Virtual Offering

Join the Welded Discussion on Thursday, May 11, 6pm PST/9pm EST (Limited Capacity) REGISTER HERE   Following the April 27 release of the Welded film, EONF will host an online discussion of the play on Thursday, May 11. This is your chance to delve into the rich complexities of an unusual and rarely produced play…

Studio Retreat Summer Workshop for Students

Tao House

Application deadline has been extended! Apply HERE Our FREE 10-day Studio Retreat in June is recognized as a distinctive educational program designed to provide a more thorough understanding of playwright Eugene O’Neill and his essential place in American drama while encouraging students to reach a new level of creativity within their own work. By collaborating with local…

Vows, Veils, and Masks; meet the Author, Beth Wynstra

Auburn Lounge 321 Hartz Avenue, Danville, CA, United States

Beth Wynstra, Associate Professor of English at Babson College, author, and dramaturg, will be hosting a book launch for her new book; Vows, Veils, and Masks: The Performance of Marriage…

$20.00

Staged Reading: “Yellow Wallpaper 2.0 2020”

Veterans Memorial Building, Danville 400 Hartz Ave., Danville, CA, United States

We are proud to present the premiere of the play Yellow Wallpaper 2.0 2020, which was developed at Tao House by LA Playwright Jennifer Maisel, EONF artist-in-residence fellow. Performances will…

$25.00

“Having Her Say” with art; Pinot’s Palette

pinot's palette, Danville 410 Sycamore Valley Rd West, Danville, CA, United States

Anna Christie found solace in the fog; The Yellow Wallpaper narrator and T in Yellow Wallpaper 2.0 2020 found solace in writing; many find solace and healing in Art – join us and feed your creative spark at this intimate gathering for an afternoon of painting and exploring at Pinot’s Palette. Your registration fee also supports Eugene O’Neill Foundation…

“Anna Christie” Book Club

Virtual Offering

The Eugene O’Neill Foundation is looking forward to bringing “Anna Christie” to Tao House this September (tickets here...) and New Ross, Ireland in October. We are excited to announce an added opportunity to engage with O’Neill’s Pulitzer Prize-winning 1922 play. EONF is hosting an online discussion facilitated by production dramaturg Katie Johnson and director Eric Fraisher Hayes…

O’Neill’s Danville – A Historic Walk

O'Neill Commemorative Park 403 Front Street, Danville, CA, United States

Sat. Sept. 9, 10:00 am Start at the Eugene O'Neill Commemorative Park (across from the library) Downtown Danville map it Discover O’Neill’s Danville with this historic walk downtown. Learn how the O’Neill’s shopped and experienced Danville with this guided tour. Accessible to all levels of walkers. No fee

“Ghosts of Tao House” Self-Guided Stroll in Danville

Cottage Jewel 391 Hartz Ave., Danville, United States

Explore greater downtown Danville, visiting a dozen plus dining and shop locations on the Ghosts of Tao House stroll. This self-guided "ghost tour" happens downtown throughout the Festival. Start at Cottage Jewel, find (and…

“Don’t be Stingy” Whiskey and Ghost Stroll

Auburn Lounge 321 Hartz Avenue, Danville, CA, United States

Wed. Sept. 13, 6:30 pm Auburn Lounge, Downtown Danville (map it) Join us for an evening of “Anna Christie” inspired beverages and fun starting at our favorite local Danville speakeasy, Auburn Lounge, and be the first to experience newly released additions to the foundation’s Ghosts of Tao House series of short videos filmed at Tao House…