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RLT’s ‘POTUS’ draws laughs from strong plot and cast

By: Kylie Burns

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When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
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Reno Little Theater kicks off its 90th season with a “POTUS,” a hilarious performance spotlighting Oval Office chaos. In the play, audience members follow a cast of seven women during a day in the White House. 

The story begins when the fictional president says something unfavorable about his wife, causing an uproar among journalists and politicians. The staff must keep the day moving and gain back the public’s favor. The task is much easier said than done, though, especially after an even bigger disaster occurs. 

With a title like “POTUS,” I was nervous this play would be hyper-political and potentially unenjoyable. Luckily, this wasn’t the case. The fictional president is intentionally left unnamed and non-partisan. There are still serious themes explored, but the main criticisms are against the patriarchal system rather than any specific political party. These deeper moments are still full of absurdity and humor.

The performances of the all-female cast elevated this story. At times it felt like I was watching a movie, where actors are given countless chances to nail a scene, rather than a live-performance. The dedication to honoring these characters makes them feel real. Audience members are sure to connect with more than one of them and will undoubtedly feel warm at seeing their efforts to work together.

Reno Little Theater’s “POTUS” promises a hilarious performance that is sure to leave you feeling perhaps a little less angst amidst this election season.

THE DETAILS

DATES

September 26, 27†, 28†, Oct. 10, 11†, 12 @ 7:30pm
September 29** October 13††  @ 2pm

†denotes scheduled U/S performance, **denotes talk-back performance, †† denotes captioned performance.

CAST

  • Holly Lorge as Harriet
  • Amber Teen as Jean
  • Cathy Gabrielli as Stephanie
  • Olivia Ngo as Dusty
  • Bex Schuster as Bernadette
  • Stephanie Cook as Chris
  • Korinne Mitchell as Margaret
  • Karly Tilman as Jean/Stephanie Understudy†(Sept. 28 & Oct. 11)
  • Sadie Moss Hart as Dusty Understudy†(Oct.11)
  • Serena Dantzler as Chris Understudy†(Sept. 27)

​CREW

  • Asst. Direction: Nohemy Velasco
  • Stage Manager: Riley Kveton
  • Asst. Stage Manager: Madyson McGraw
  • Scenic, Lighting, Prop, & Sound Designer: Chad Sweet
  • Accent & Dialect Coach: Rosie Brownlow-Calkin
  • Intimacy Director: Thomas Rao
  • Fight Choreographer: Chad Sweet
  • Costumer: Moira Bengochea
  • Dramaturg: Luis Galvez
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. Selina Fillinger’s "POTUS" is at Reno Little Theater through Oct. 13, 2024. Bob Conrad / THIS IS RENO
Kylie Burns
Kylie Burns
Kylie Burns has been living in Reno for over two decades. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and an MFA in Creative Writing. Her non-fiction work can also be found in Broadway Baby. When she isn't reviewing art and culture events in Reno, she's hogging the spotlight in karaoke or trying her hand at mixology.

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