Soli Deo Center Black Box
2323-A Old Hickory Blvd.
Backlight Productions’ One Act Play Festival on July 25, 2026 features six original One Act plays written by our advanced playwriting students and performed by local professional actors.
The world-premiere of each piece offers a special window into the imagination and lived experience of our artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities resulting in theater that is surprising, honest, and unforgettable.
More than just a performance, this festival is a creative breakthrough. As Backlight writers see their work come to life on stage, our playwrights build confidence and are able to find their unique voice. After the plays, we’ll shine the spotlight on the Playwrights who will come up on-stage for a special interview to tell you all about their process, what inspired them, and to answer potential questions from the audience.
This showcase marks the world-premiere of:
The Journey of Love by Fernanda Aguilar
Sweet Journey’s by Hope McKee
Rocket-Mom by Chandler Matlock
*Murder on Imagination Island by Bel Hines *recommended for ages 12+
Night of the Living Musicians by Ethan Harrell
Lifestyles of the Rich & Venomous by Patrick Ruth
*Run Time: There will be a 15-20 minute intermission after part one. The first half of the showcase is expected to run from 2-3:40pm with the second half of the showcase expected to run from 4-5:30pm.
