May 23 - June 23, 2019
East of Eden
by John Steinbeck
Adapted by Frank Galati
Directed by Evan Hoffmann
Classic Drama
A beautiful new adaptation of John Steinbeck’s iconic novel asks if it is possible to escape the mistakes of previous generations and choose your own course.
East of Eden is a re-imagining of the saga of Adam and Eve, and their sons Cain and Abel. Adam Trask is determined to build a new life and world for himself and his young wife, Cathy. Settling in California's Salinas Valley, Cathy gives birth to twin boys. But a dark past, the seemingly inescapable sins of man (and woman), and the impending danger of World War I threaten their little corner of paradise. It is an American epic examining whether "good versus evil" is our great choice or our unavoidable fate.
Cast
Zach Brewster-Geisz
as Adam Trask
John Sygar
as Adam Trask/Cal Trask
Reginald Richards
as Sam Hamilton/Will Hamilton
William Price
as Young Cal
Kari Ginsburg
as Kate
Annie Ottati
as Cathy Trask/Aron Trask
Alana Sharp
as Eva/Nurse
Lorenzo Aten
as Young Aron
Jacob Yeh
as Lee
Nina Marti
as Abra/Mrs. Bacon
Nahm Darr
as Mr. Bacon/Doctor/Joe
Eva Jaber
as Young Abra
Creative Team
Evan Hoffmann / Director
Evan Hoffmann / Set Designer
Moyenda Kulemeka / Costume Designer
Brittany Shemuga / Lighting Designer
Kathleen Veer / Properties Designer
Sarah Usary / Stage Manager
Jonathan Abolins / Master Electrician
NextStop’s 2018/2019 season is sponsored by: AutoScandia
John Steinbeck’s East of Eden contains situations and themes that may not be appropriate for all audiences.
John Steinbeck’s East of Eden is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.