Waiting for the Bus
by Art Spark Texas

Nov. 14 - Nov. 23
Thursdays-Sundays

Waiting for the Bus is a unique and groundbreaking theatrical production that centers around a bus stop. This setting, though simple, serves as a profound backdrop for exploring themes of patience, hope, and the human condition. The original script, written through a collaborative process led by award-winning playwright James Burnside, tells the story of the disability rights movement through the lens of individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities, and showcases the everyday experiences of individuals living in an institutional facility, highlighting their resilience, challenges, and the often-overlooked nuances of their lives.

 

Waiting for the Bus is not just a play; it is a cultural event with the power to inspire change and foster greater understanding. The production's significance is further elevated by the fact that it is an original work premiering in Austin, providing a unique opportunity for the city to host a world premiere that shines a spotlight on disability rights and inclusion.

 

NOTE

The history of disability can be difficult and dark. We have done our best to authentically portray the struggles as well as the successes that people with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities have experienced over the centuries, as society has slowly adapted and adjusted to become more accessible and inclusive.

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Waiting for the Bus tells the story of the disability rights movement through the lens of individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and showcases the everyday experiences of individuals living in an institutional facility, highlighting their resilience, challenges, and the often-overlooked nuances of their lives. The unique and ground-breaking theatrical production centers around a bus stop, which serves as a profound backdrop for exploring themes of patience, hope and the human condition. Award-winning playwright James Burnside led the collaborative process that created the play.

Waiting for The Bus is an exciting new work written by local playwright and disability advocate James Burnside. A groundbreaking play exploring the hidden stories of residential asylums and their continued impact on people with disabilities. 

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Waiting for the Bus
by James Burnside
Art Spark Texas

Thursday November 14, 2024 at 7 pm – Preview

Friday November 15, 2024 at 7 pm – Opening Night 

Saturday November 16, 2024 at 7 pm – Show

Sunday November 17, 2024 at 2 pm – Matinee

Week Two

One weekday school show according to actors availability 

Friday November 22, 2024 at 7 pm – Show

Saturday November 23, 2024 at 2 pm – Matinee 

Saturday November 23, 2024 at 7 pm – Show (Possible)

General admission $27.27, VIP tickets $42.85.

Tickets available online HERE

Run time: 2 hrs