What the Constitution Means to Me
by Zach Theatre
Apr. 16 - May. 11
Tuesdays-Sundays
Since its premiere in 2019, this Pulitzer Prize finalist has captivated the theatrical world, revitalizing our Constitution into a living, breathing document and reimagining its impact on future generations of Americans. Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the United States. Now, the Obie Award winner recalls her teenage self to trace the profound relationship between four generations of women in her own family and the founding document that dictated their rights and citizenship.
Nisi Sturgis as Heidi; Jeff Mills as Legionnaire/Jeff; and students Samari Davis and Vanessa Hoang Hughes alternating in the role of the student debater. Liz Beckham and Daniel Winkler will complete the cast as understudies.
What the Constitution Means To Me is directed by Jenny Lavery and includes scenic design by Michael Hoover; costume design by Jenny Hanna Chambers; lighting design by S. Elliott; sound design by Allen Robertson; properties design by Brady Flock; AEA stage manager Brennah Galvin; and assistant stage managers Gloria Labatut Davies and Ella Jackson.
Age Recommendation: 12 and up
Runtime: Approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, with no intermission
This production contains mentions of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and discussions of abortion and its stigmatization.
Nominee: Two 2019 Tony Awards®, including Best Play
“Endearingly funny and deeply affecting... It would be hard to identify a work for the theater with its finger more on the pulse of America right now.” - The Washington Post
What the Constitution Means to Me
by Heidi Schrenk
Zach Theatre
April 16 - May 11, 2025
April 16th, 2025 to May 11th, 2025
Wednesdays through Sundays at 7:30 pm and some Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 pm.
