Los Angeles, CA
Second Star - ACLU Benefit Performance
Set sail to Neverland for grown-up entertainment to spark childlike wonder!
Wendy Darling grew up, but Neverland kept calling and she found a way back to its magical shore. Now she’s captain of the Second Star, secretly ferrying passengers to Neverland and back. First stop: Smee's Cabaret, featuring the best talent in Neverland! Equal parts pirate speakeasy, variety show, & immersive theater; Second Star is sure to satisfy your grown-up tastes and reignite your childlike wonder. In light of everything going on in our world, our crew will be donating 100% of the profits of this March 19th benefit performance to the ACLU in support of their efforts to defend and expand the rights and liberties of all people in the US.
Audience Role
You are passengers aboard the Second Star sailing to Neverland. You will be invited to interact with the characters during the first portion of each of the two parts of the show. You may also be asked to help the cast create make-believe moments by adding to the visual and soundscape.
Ages: 16 +
Burlesque performance and some lightly sexual jokes.
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About Ruse
Ruse invites you to step into a world of possibilities, imagining reality as it could be, in spite of how it is. Their range of work includes live immersive theater, dining experiences, social media theater, XR, and even opera! No matter the medium, Ruse's work focuses on pushing the boundaries of audience agency, inviting you to play an active role in your experience. Don’t just see the story… LIVE it!