OPEN

AWARD WINNING NYTimes Critics' Pick. Recently published with Dramatists Play Service, OPEN is a magic show without magic. A woman called The Magician seems to pantomime a myriad of tricks, but her act reveals she is attempting the impossible—to save the life of her lover, Jenny.  Impossible as it may seem, this Magician’s magic act may be our last hope against a world filled with intolerance and hate. 
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OPEN

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  • Pauline David-Sax:
    16 Aug. 2021
    I had the pleasure of seeing a videotaped production of Open as part of the 2021 Edinburgh Fringe. A richly layered piece about belief in love and magic and the promises we make, both to others and ourselves. Fast-paced while simultaneously digging deep. Great opportunity for both the actor and the sound & lighting designers.
  • Cheryl Bear:
    7 Mar. 2021
    A beautiful, moving act of love that beats from the broken heart of grief in the most powerful way. Excellent.
  • Aaron Coleman:
    18 Dec. 2020
    Brilliantly imaginative! Crystal has written a piece that blends theatrical magic and illusion into a powerful tale of love and loss. The play presents a young woman who so thoroughly believes in magic that she uses the fantasy of it to cope with the realities of life. Written with deep humanity, the piece explores how we often deceive ourselves with emotional slights-of-hand. This is a serious piece, but not heavy. Crystal imbues it with her trademark energy, whimsy, and vibrant sense of play. Actor and director alike will have great fun exploring this wonderfully moving story.

Character Information

  • The Magician
    Open ,
    Any
    ,
    Female-identifying

Development History

  • Workshop
    ,
    Rattlestick/New Georges/Red Fern
    ,
    2015

Production History

  • Professional
    ,
    AFO at The Tank
    ,
    2019
  • Workshop
    ,
    All For One Solo Theater Company Upcoming Project Development Residency
    ,
    2016

Awards

Semi-Finalist
,
Resident Artist Program
,
Mabou Mines'
,
2016
Semi-Finalist
,
Ground Floor Residency
,
Berkeley Rep
,
2016