Aquarian Rising Productions

06/10/2026

Welcome to episode three of “Spinnin’ Yarns” where we get to know the cast and crew of "Yarns: Stories & Plays” and their experience with the words of Ms. Hurston herself. Aquarian Rising Productions is so happy to have the multifaceted Seqoui come back to perform with us again! You would have seen him in our recent production of “Johnnie Taylor is Gone” by Playwright-in-Residence, Gregory S. Carr.

Aquarian Rising Productions proudly presents the World Premiere of "Yarns: Stories & Plays" a collection of plays and stories written by the prolific Zora Neale Hurston. This play was adapted from stories and plays written by Hurston by ARP Playwright-In-Residence Gregory S. Carr and directed by Jaz Tucker. Featuring Damaria Varner, Jeremy Thomas, Archie Coleman, Sequoi, and Arriel Cummings.

Tickets are on sale now! Show runs Jun 19th - Jun 28th, 2026 Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 4pm at the Jefferson Avenue Mission 2241 Jefferson Ave. St. Louis, MO 63104

In an effort to keep theatre accessible for all, Sunday performances are pay-what-you-can at the door. See you at the theatre!!

https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/aquarian-rising/aquarian-rising-productions-presents-the-world-premiere-of-yarns-stories-plays

06/09/2026

Have you all been enjoying "spinning yarns" with our cast? We have a new episode coming tomorrow!!

You don't wanna miss this show! Make sure you get your tickets they're on sale now!

Aquarian Rising Productions proudly presents the World Premiere of "Yarns: Stories & Plays" a collection of plays and stories written by the prolific Zora Neale Hurston. This play was adapted from stories and plays written by Hurston by ARP Playwright-In-Residence Gregory S. Carr.

06/05/2026

Welcome to episode two of “Spinnin’ Yarns” where we get to know the cast and crew of "Yarns: Stories & Plays” and their experience with the words of Ms. Hurston herself. Aquarian Rising Productions excitedly welcomes the incredibly talented Damaris Varner back to our stage! This is her second production with us following the remount of “A Colored Funeral” by Playwright-in-Residence, Gregory S. Carr.

Aquarian Rising Productions proudly presents the World Premiere of "Yarns: Stories & Plays" a collection of plays and stories written by the prolific Zora Neale Hurston. This play was adapted from stories and plays written by Hurston by ARP Playwright-In-Residence Gregory S. Carr and directed by Jaz Tucker. Featuring Damaria Varner, Jeremy Thomas, Archie Coleman, Sequoi, and Arriel Cummings.

Tickets are on sale now! Show runs Jun 19th - Jun 28th, 2026 Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 4pm at the Jefferson Avenue Mission 2241 Jefferson Ave. St. Louis, MO 63104

In an effort to keep theatre accessible for all, Sunday performances are pay-what-you-can at the door. See you at the theatre!!

https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/aquarian-rising/aquarian-rising-productions-presents-the-world-premiere-of-yarns-stories-plays

06/03/2026

Welcome to a little series we put together called “Spinnin’ Yarns” where we get to know the cast and crew of "Yarns: Stories & Plays” and their experience with the words of Ms. Hurston herself. Aquarian Rising Productions is honored to have the immensely talented Archie Coleman back on stage with us! You would have seen him in our recent production of “Johnnie Taylor is Gone” by Playwright-in-Residence, Gregory S. Carr.

Aquarian Rising Productions proudly presents the World Premiere of "Yarns: Stories & Plays" a collection of plays and stories written by the prolific Zora Neale Hurston. This play was adapted from stories and plays written by Hurston by ARP Playwright-In-Residence Gregory S. Carr and directed by Jaz Tucker. Featuring Damaria Varner, Jeremy Thomas, Archie Coleman, Sequoi, and Arriel Cummings.

Tickets are on sale now! Show runs Jun 19th - Jun 28th, 2026 Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 4pm at the Jefferson Avenue Mission 2241 Jefferson Ave. St. Louis, MO 63104

In an effort to keep theatre accessible for all, Sunday performances are pay-what-you-can at the door. See you at the theatre!!

https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/aquarian-rising/aquarian-rising-productions-presents-the-world-premiere-of-yarns-stories-plays

05/15/2026

Announcing the cast of "Yarns: Stories and Plays by Zora Neale Hurston". This world premiere production was adapted for the stage by Playwright-in-Residence Gregory S. Carr and directed by ARP Artistic Director Jaz Tucker!

Archie Coleman
Arriel Cummings
Sequoi King
Jeremy Thomas
Damaris Varner

June 19-21, 26-28; Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm, Sundays at 4pm; 2241 S Jefferson Ave

Tickets are on sale now!

Aquarian Rising Productions proudly presents the World Premiere of "Yarns: Stories & Plays" a collection of plays and stories written by the prolific Zora Neale Hurston. This play was adapted from stories and plays written by Hurston by ARP Playwright-In-Residence Gregory S. Carr.

05/04/2026

We know y'all are patiently awaiting the cast announcement, trust and believe it is coming soon!

Thank you to all who came to auditions! We're so excited about this WORLD PREMIERE!!!