Theater 165: Jump or Fall
Synopsis:
A desperate man and woman accidently choose the same bridge to bring their troubles to an end and realize they may have found what they’ve been missing in each other, but is it too little too late?
Writer
Rich Nagle
Rich Nagle's journey through storytelling began at a young age, first crafting tales to explain mishaps, like breaking his mom's favorite vase, and later through writing lyrics and collaborating with band members during his high school years. His passion for storytelling extended into music, where he wrote and recorded numerous songs, a form of expression that remains with him today.
Theatre became another key avenue for Rich's creativity. He acted in high school, continued performing in college, and later joined local community theatre. Notably, he played the Duke of Norfolk in "A Man for All Seasons" and the ominous Jack Manningham in "GASLIGHT." His foray into directing came with "Come Blow Your Horn," marking his directorial debut. During college, Rich had the privilege of studying under Sydney H.
Spayde, a respected figure in theatre as an author, director, and educator at the University of Iowa.
As his love for theatre grew, writing plays became a natural extension of his storytelling passion. He ventured into screenwriting, writing several screenplays and stage plays.
Among them are "Proclamation 2526," a historical play, and "Alternate Ending," a dramedy. Through these projects, Rich continues to channel his rich imagination and storytelling expertise into various artistic forms.
Rich Nagle
Director
Yunyi Zhu
Yunyi Zhu is a Chinese-born director and producer currently based in Los Angeles after graduating from Loyola Marymount University with a degree in directing. She has accumulated a broad spectrum of experience working in prominent international film companies, including Warner Brother, Mei Ah Entertainment (Hong Kong), Vanishing Angle, Tecent Pictures, etc. Her previous work has screened at some top-notch film festivals worldwide, including festivals that qualified for the Oscars and BAFTA recognition. Additionally, Yunyi has demonstrated her versatility by producing commercials and music videos for acclaimed international brands and artists. She is always passionate about various projects, from short films and music videos to podcasts. With her dedication to storytelling, Yunyi Zhu continues to push the boundaries of her creativity.
Yunyi Zhu
Cast
Christine Uhebe
Christine Uhebe was born in Juiz de Fora, Brazil and started her acting career when she lived in Florence, Italy. Since moving to Los Angeles, Christine has been working tirelessly to further her career, beginning her journey studying at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute. Upon graduating she was cast in Distant Vision, directed by the visionary Francis Ford Coppola.
On stage, Christine has appeared as Cecilia in the sold out performance of María Irene Fornés' Fefu and her Friends, at the historic Hollyhock House. She also played Beth in Berndatte Armstrong's Simple Lives, as well as Inez in the World Premiere of Affluence at Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills.
She appeared in The Rookie opposite Eric Winter, Lazareth opposite Ashley Judd, and the final season of Seal Team opposite David Boreanaz. Christine's voice career has taken off since appearing as the Brazilian “La Portia” opposite Wil Wheaton in the Facebook Watch Original Rival Speak. Her most prized credit to date has been voicing Nina Da Costa in Marvel's X-Men '97.
Christine Uhebe
Lawrence G. Coleman III
Lawrence G. Coleman III is a Black American Actor based in Los Angeles, CA. His focus is on work in Film and Television and avant-garde theatre. He currently works as an Office Manager on campus for UCLA. He attended The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in 2017 and has been working since 2019. Credits: “My Psycho Party Planner”-2019 Lifetime Network, “Bilk” 2020 Short Film and “ZJU’s Urban Death” 2021 Theatre Show.
Lawrence G. Coleman III
