The Rare Biosphere
Closed 1h 30m
The Rare Biosphere
87%
87%
(42 Ratings)
Positive
95%
Mixed
5%
Negative
0%
Members say
Absorbing, Relevant, Great acting, Thought-provoking, Intelligent

About the Show

Sea Dog Theater presents this timely world premiere inspired by real-life immigration conflicts happening on a daily basis in this country. Get tickets for $5 off with the code "SHOWSCORE."

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Critic Reviews (2)

Theatre's Leiter Side
May 12th, 2019

"It softens the blow with regard to just whose life and circumstances it chooses to present…It's impossible not to leave the theatre wondering how to fix our system…Plaza and Owens are convincing…This idealistic relationship, as well as the reminders of the thematic connection to the biosphere, tends to tamp down the impact of what might otherwise be far more tearjerkingly powerful material. Imperfect as it is, [it] deserves attention for attending to so critical a social and political problem."
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T
May 1st, 2019

"The strength of director Christopher Domig’s choices precede the narrative...The play, written with incredible empathy by Chris Cragin-Day, explores the parallels of how society at large treats diversity as a nuisance...The play is not without its faults, but those are few and brief...It is an endearing piece of art, anchored by two fantastic performances by Natalia Plaza and Zac Owens."
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