Bug

by Tracy Letts

September 13 - 15, 2018

Risley Theatre, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

The House of Ithaqua production company present Tracy Letts' Bug, a play exploring a descent into madness fueled by conspiracy, loneliness and loss. Agnes (Elissa Klie) and Peter (Jeff Hodges) discover that their burgeoning relationship has unwanted stowaways in the form of bugs. Are these creatures shadows of their own traumas or monsters purposely implanted in Peter by shadowy governmental powers? As they confront this insistent threat they must also confront their own hidden pasts and forge a bond to confront the destiny they create.

Cast:

• Elissa Klie (Agnes White)

• R.J. Lavine (R.C. / Ronnie)

• Jeff Hodges (Peter Evans)

• AJ Sage (Jerry Goss)

• David Kossack (Dr. Sweet)

Creative Team:

• Christopher Teitelbaum (Director)

• Ayla Cline (Stage Manager)

• Lea Davis (Lighting Design)

• Jacob and Jennifer Lehman (Fight Choreography)

• Jeff Hodges and Christopher Teitelbaum (Sound Design)

• Christopher Teitelbaum (Set Design)

• Brittany McAvoy (Makeup Artist)

• Dan Taylor (Graphic Design)

Other Collaborators:

• Bronwen Exter and CHRMSM (Featured music)