A graphic novel live on stage.

One Trunk Theatre premiered Red Earth, a graphic novel/theatre hybrid May 8-18, 2019 at Prairie Theatre Exchange. The project featured a new play performed in a comic book style and the publication of its companion piece- a graphic novel illustrated by GMB Chomichuk. Red Earth is a collaboration led by Andraea Sartison and GMB Chomichuk, script written by Rick Chafe and Kristian Jordan. The world premiere was presented by Theatre Projects Manitoba in partnership with Prairie Theatre Exchange,.

In Red Earth the set becomes the pages of a graphic novel. It’s a page turner- the story unfolds with the well-loved surprise and adventure of a sci-fi book. As earth self-destructs, the audience witnesses the final effort of the human species’ survival: three astronauts sent to start over on Mars. While each has their own reason for accepting the mission, none are prepared for the consequences that await them on the red planet. A story of legacy, discovery and what makes us human.

See our trailer here.

Directed by Andraea Sartison

Assistant Directed by Ross McMillan

Technical Direction by James Thurmeier

Stage Managed by Jane Buttner

Projection and Animation by GMB Chomichuk, Matthew Waddell and Laura Anzola

Lighting by Itai Erdal

Sound Design by jaymez

Set and Costume Design by Daina Leitold

Design Mentor by Brian Perchaluk

Featuring Dutchess Cayetano, Gwendolyn Collins, Alicia Johnston and Toby Hughes

With guest appearances by Arne MacPherson, Ardith Boxall, Victoria McNeil, Natalie Stefanson and more!

May 8-18, 2019 at Prairie Theatre Exchange, 3rd Floor Portage Place

Thanks to PTE, TPM, Winnipeg Arts Council, Manitoba Arts Council, and Walter Chomichuk for support to launch the world premiere.

Photos : First four by Kristian Jordan, last two by Andraea Sartison . Featuring Gwendolyn Collins, Dutchess Cayetano, Alicia Johnston, Toby Hughes, Costume/Set by Daina Leitold, lights by Itai Erdal, Projection by AZMA Digital, Illustration by GMB Chomichuk