Hollywood Independent Theater Festival
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 07:00pm
Hollywood Independent Theater Festival (HITFEST)
Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre
5636 Melrose Avenue
Schedule:
7:00 PM: The Connie Converse Universe Starring Hope Levy
Connie Converse, an American singer-songwriter active in the 1950s, was a pioneering figure in the folk music genre before Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. Known for her haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, her work laid the groundwork for future singer-songwriters of the 1960s. But Connie’s life took a mysterious turn in August 1974, when she packed up her belongings in her VW Bug and disappeared, never to be seen again. Her music, however, found new life 35 years later when her 1954 demo recordings were rediscovered and went viral on Spotify.
In The Connie Converse Universe, a 55-minute folk-cabaret audiences are invited to explore the songs and life of this enigmatic artist.
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Hope Levy brings Connie’s music to life, offering not just a tribute to the artist but also an exploration of the enduring impact of her voice. Hope weaves her own personal reflections into the performance, sharing her journey as the bearer of Connie’s legacy.
Levy’s performances of The Connie Converse Universe have captivated audiences at festivals and special events, and she’s also taken the show to assisted living facilities in Los Angeles, bringing this unique story to a wider and appreciative audience. Connie Converse—a woman whose voice refuses to be forgotten.
Location: Main Space
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8:30 PM: The Funny Thing About Men
British born playwright, Mandy Williams’ debut production of her one woman show, THE FUNNY THING ABOUT MEN has garnered the Best of Fringe Award in Hollywood, California… in 2024.
Viewing the serious dynamics of a modern relationship through an incredibly comical lens, the play poignantly captures the fun, faith and frailty surrounding the journey of becoming a middle -aged woman. Williams is fearless in her performance, using song, dance, roller skates and the occasional Ukulele solo to showcase her hilarious observations of life and love.
THE FUNNY THING ABOUT MEN promises to bring a playful and light-hearted insight from the personal perspective of playwright, Mandy Williams.
Location: Main Space
