As we celebrate National Nonprofit Day, we are reminded of the incredible impact that community-driven organizations like Valley Players have on enriching lives through the performing arts. Today, we invite […]
The Crew of Men on Boats
We all love watching a show come alive. The lights, the set, the sound, the acting, the story! Without these people, none of that would happen… so here is a […]
The Cast of Men on Boats
The Powell Geographic Expedition of 1869, led by American naturalist John Wesley Powell, was the first thorough cartographic and scientific investigation of long segments of the Green and Colorado rivers […]
Why Men on Boats?
With Men on Boats, we hope to offer a thrilling theatrical adventure that takes you on an unforgettable journey through uncharted territories. As a creative team, we have embraced the […]
Who is Jaclyn Backhaus?
Jaclyn Backhaus is a contemporary playwright recognized for her unique approach to storytelling and her thought-provoking contributions to the world of theater. With a distinctive blend of humor, social commentary, […]
About the Authors
Steve Apostolina (Broken) Steve Apostolina’s new play Killer was just awarded First Place in The Julie Harris 2022 Playwriting Competition. Additional full-length plays include: Derelict in Fairville, Broken, Forever Bound, […]
Series 1 – 2023 Summer Staged Reading Series
Six plays in one weekend, comedies and dramas, with topics ranging from finding a place in society to the wisdom found in cheese, tomato sauce, and salted spicy meat!
Series 2 – 2023 Summer Staged Reading Series
Six plays in one weekend, comedies and dramas, with topics ranging from the complexities of relationships to prom dates for ‘seniors’!
Series 3 – 2023 Summer Staged Reading Series
Six plays in one weekend, comedies and dramas, with topics ranging from drug-addicted family members to prehistoric board meetings!