“Tracing the Steps of The First Man”, a presentation by Beth Wynstra and Eric Fraisher Hayes
Virtual OfferingJoin dramaturg Beth Wynstra and EONF Artistic Director Eric Fraisher Hayes for a preview of this January’s production of Eugene O’Neill’s elusive play The First Man. The pair will discuss the history and issues found in the play as well as the directorial approach this production will take. Register for this free virtual event here!…
Eugene O’Neill’s “The First Man” – SOLD OUT
Museum of the San Ramon Valley 205 Railroad Ave., Danville, CA, United StatesThe 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…
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 StatesJoin 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 StatesThe 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…
Eugene O’Neill’s “The First Man” – SOLD OUT
Museum of the San Ramon Valley 205 Railroad Ave., Danville, CA, United StatesThe 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…
Green Road & Irish Soprano Clodagh Kinsella at the Village Theatre
The Village Theatre 233 Front Street, Danville, CA, United StatesThe Town of Danville, CA presents a St. Patrick's Day Friendship City Celebration in association with New Ross, Ireland, and The Eugene O'Neill Foundation, Tao House Green Road & Irish Soprano Clodagh Kinsella Green Road's first American concert Location: The Village Theatre, Danville March 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available HERE at https://ci.ovationtix.com/35625 Cost:…
O’Neill’s “Welded” – a Tao House Film
Virtual OfferingThe 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 OfferingJoin 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 HouseApplication 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 StatesBeth 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 in the Plays of Eugene O'Neill (University of Iowa Press, 2023) Babson College's Beth Wynstra has been an invaluable resource as dramaturg for our recent…
Staged Reading: “Yellow Wallpaper 2.0 2020”
Veterans Memorial Building, Danville 400 Hartz Ave., Danville, CA, United StatesWe 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 be held at the Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Danville. Yellow Wallpaper 2.0 2020 by Jennifer Maisel Directed by Chloe Bronzan Sat Aug 19 7:30…
“Having Her Say” with art; Pinot’s Palette
pinot's palette, Danville 410 Sycamore Valley Rd West, Danville, CA, United StatesAnna 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 OfferingThe 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 StatesSat. 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
Eugene O’Neill’s “Anna Christie” (8 live performances)
Tao HouseEugene O'Neill Festival 2023: Having Her Say Featuring “Anna Christie” by Eugene O’Neill Directed by Eric Fraisher Hayes Live Performances at Tao House: Sept. 9, 10* SOLD OUT! Sept. 15-17* SOLD OUT! Sept. 22-24*SOLD OUT Performances are at 7:30 pm, 2:00 pm *Sunday matinées Read the accompanying "Anna Christie" ENGAGEMENT GUIDE in preparation of…