The Tea Sippers, Lafayette's completely teen-organized theatre company bring Samuel Beckett's Endgame to Theatre 810 this July.
During a post-apocalyptic time, four absurd characters struggle to find the answer to a question bigger than life; when does one stop playing? Playing what? Playing the game of life.
The Tea Sippers' Theatre Company is a theatre troupe in the Lafayette downtown area that was established in September of 2010 by Jarin Schexnider, a local artist. The company originated as The Grizzly Alpaca Theatre Troupe and then grew into their current form. Opening with Jeffery Jones's heartfelt, yet strangely driven 70 Scenes of Halloween in October of 2010, the leading performers of the production were not yet ready to see their group end, thus continuing with their dream. Taking the profit made from 70 Scenes, the troupe now directs, produces, and performs original and classic pieces throughout Lafayette. Being 100% teen-run, the company feels it necessary that the community and others beyond are allowed to experience what they bring to the stage. "We aren't like any others. We are different. We are who we are. That's why we do it", said director Andrew Vincent of the Tea Sippers.
17 year old, Andrew Lee Vincent and 16 year old, Kaitlin Romero lead the company. Being two of the original members, they serve as the heads of the company and strive to reach a few goals. "We aim to create a safe and conductive environment for the creative thoughts for teens. I do this to express my thoughts and ideas and help others to do what they want acting wise", says Kaitlin Romero.
Diving into one of Samuel Beckett's most famous works, the Tea Sippers will be performing at Theatre 810, located at 810 Jefferson Street on July 12, 13, and 14 at 7:30pm and on July 15 at 2:00pm. Admission is $10 for all audiences and tickets can be purchased online at http://teasippersendgame.
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