Anima: Theater of the Feminine Underground

Directed by Teagan Rose

May 14 – 15, 2026

Anima: Theater of the Feminine Underground is a ritual performance art collaborative where women share their secrets, dreams, revelations, yearnings, veracity, and life’s meaningful moments. The experience holds the intention to inspire individual and collective transformation through creative expression, and to amplify the voice of the feminine spirit in all beings.

‘Anima’ (the feminine aspect of the soul) has been transporting artists and audiences alike for the last ten years. Founded by Lisa Citore, each production is brought to life with new and returning artists who create pieces that are shared as individual rituals. These all-original pieces span mediums such as dance, song, poetry, theater, comedy, visual arts, and more. This is an evening of unforgettable authenticity, creativity, and heart.

Reviews:

“Vulnerable, daring, and feverishly gripping.” – Montecito Journal

“Stirring, sensual, though-provoking, mythic” – Man About Town

“Raw, personal, and bring-the-house-down funny.” – Sentinel

For more information, visit www.animaritualtheater.com

With pieces created by:
Sonya Barriere
Samantha Bonavia
KiaOra Fox
Elaine Gale
Cybil Gilbertson
Kerri Krizer
Rita Kirkpatrick
Melissa Lowenstein
Jax Nora
Elizabeth Rose
Marie-Pier Tremblay

Ensemble:
Samantha Bonavia
KiaOra Fox
Elaine Gale
Cybil Gilbertson
Gillian Healed
Autumn Kern
Rita Kirkpatrick
Melissa Lowenstein
Jax Nora
Katie Oram
Rachel Petkus
Ramona Phillips
Selena Rockwell
Zooië Wooster
Aurora Wesman

This production of Anima has an estimated running time of 2 hours, plus a 10-minute intermission.

Please Note: This production contains adult themes, language, and topics, and is not recommended for children. If you’re not sure if this production is right for you, you can inquire at this email: animaritualtheater@gmail.com

Performance Dates and Times:
Thursday, May 14 at 7:00 PM
Friday, May 15 at 7:00 PM

Ticket Prices:
Advance Tickets: $35 (plus a $2 online service charge)
At the Door: $40 (plus a $2 online service charge)
Seniors: $30 (plus a $2 online service charge)
Students (with ID): $30 (plus a $2 online service charge)

**All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.**

All seating is general admission unless otherwise noted. For all performances, there is limited late seating once the performance begins. Please plan your arrival time accordingly.

You can use e-tickets, print-at-home tickets, or request that Will Call tickets wait for you at the Box Office. If you have any questions, please email Jim Sirianni at info@centerstagetheater.org.

Thank you to everyone in the community for your continued support. We would not still be here without you!