Tangent announces reading of the powerful drama “The Other Place” to be performed at the classic Rhinebeck arthouse, part of their LIVE at Upstate series
Tivoli, NY, May 2, 2025 – Tangent Theatre Company, based in Tivoli NY, has presented a series of pop-up play readings over the past few years, with their next performance a presentation of a modern classic: THE OTHER PLACE by Sharr White; to be held Sunday, May 18, 2025 in the large theater at Upstate Films-Starr Cinema in Rhinebeck, NY at 7:30pm, doors open 7pm; wine, beer and light snacks available at concessions. Tickets are $0-$10 (sliding scale) via online ordering at https://bit.ly/Tangent-UpstateTickets (reservations required/general seating).
Set in a medical researcher’s world, her life takes a disorienting turn. During a high-profile lecture to colleagues, Juliana sees an elusive vision amidst the business suits. A mystery unravels as contradictory evidence, blurred truth and fragmented memories collide at a cottage on the windswept shores of Cape Cod. Appearing on Broadway in 2013, Laurie Meltcalf won an Obie Award for her performance as the lead character. The reading will feature Tangent’s premier acting ensemble: Brenny Campbell*, Michael Rhodes* (also Tangent’s Artistic Director), Griffin Stenger, Jessie Zarrelli and Steven Young (stage directions); directed by Tracy Carney, produced by Andrea Rhodes. (*member Actors’ Equity Association).
Tangent’s readings have become a popular series in Tivoli and beyond, often presented in pubs, theaters or unique intimate spaces – including the Stissing Center in Pine Plains, The Tin Barn in Clermont, The Moviehouse in Millerton and Tivoli’s Village Hall. Actors read the plays with scripts in hand, and no props, miming or blocking; stage directions are read to orient the audience, move the story along and help visualize the play. Tangent’s many readings have all enjoyed sold out shows. Other plays include God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, The Seafarer by Conor McPherson and Dinner with Friends by Donald Margulies, to name only just a few.
Upstate Films offers an arts-minded, creative setting for this compelling story, and a way to bring arts enthusiasts together: “We are big fans of Upstate Films and have been for decades. It offers a nice synergy for us, where film goers and theater enthusiasts overlap. The Other Place is the perfect Tangent play – powerful, thought-provoking and even a bit mysterious” says Michael Rhodes. The theater’s co-owner Paul Sturtz adds “Our LIVE at Upstate programming is a way to bring new and exciting entertainment to our audience. This is a great opportunity to showcase the quality of live performances we look to present.”
>> The Other Place by Sharr White, play reading Sunday, May 18, 2025 @ 7:30pm @ Upstate Films, 6415 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572 (doors 7pm); Tickets are $0-$10 (sliding scale) and can be ordered online (required) via the Upstate Films website: https://bit.ly/Tangent-UpstateTickets | general seating. The play is performed without an intermission; theater is accessible at street level. Donations to Tangent are also welcome to help cover reading costs (cash at the show or via tangent-arts.org).
Tangent Theatre Company was founded in New York City in 2000 by Hudson Valley natives/married couple Andrea & Michael Rhodes, and the late Keith Teller, and re-located to Tivoli in 2009. Tangent is a professional theater company known for intimate character driven productions, their new works festival and their popular play readings.
Upstate Films, a (501(c)(3) non-profit organization, connects the Hudson Valley through transformative cinematic experiences. Bringing together neighbors, filmmakers, artists, schools and organizations, along with visitors to the region, they promote movies and other media-based storytelling as a way of building community. Upstate Films offers two premier locations: Starr Cinema in Rhinebeck and the Orpheum Theater in Saugerties.
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