SAPPHIRE SHOWS

We have created a variety of mobile shows and public-facing events in the Indianapolis community. Our productions are always unique, engaging and surprising.

LYSISTRATA by Aristophanes

For our premiere production, we transformed an empty retail space in the Circle Centre Mall in downtown Indianapolis into an ancient Greek theatre for a saucy comedy about sex and war – LYSISTRATA by Aristophanes, from the land of the original naked Olympics. Produced right before the 2008 elections, this play was our way to call attention to the war in Iraq. Our modern adaptation of this ancient play was about love and laughter, democracy and war, patriotism and protest, grassroots movements and change ~ themes as relevant today as they were 2500 years ago.

“This splendid 90-minute production of a fast-paced contemporary adaptation bodes well for the future of this newest Indianapolis-based theater company” Rita Kohn, NUVO

Lysistrata Show Poster

Lysistrata Show Photo

group photo of fifteen cast members smiling

Lysistrata Cast Photo

two female actors in saucy poses under pink lights

Lysistrata Show Photo

male actor under stage lights in Greek costume

Lysistrata Show Photo

male and female greek figures in a dance pose under pink lights

Lysistrata Show Photo

Lysistrata Stand-In

Lysistrata leads women in sacred ceremony under red stage lights

Lysistrata Show Photo

STC (virtual) OPEN MIC NIGHTS [2020]

In response to COVID, our team created a live, virtual Open Mic Night series that ran for months in 2020. As a company, we keep our finger on the pulse of the community to be ready to serve the current needs – in 2020, the community needed to connect, to interact, to express artistically and to enjoy live moments of artistic expression. We responded with an ongoing, live and virtual talent show. With over 300 views per show (and over 5500 views total) this free, public series has been a way to provide entertainment and connectivity to audiences, and a safe stage for a variety of artists.

CLICK HERE to view the Playlist of STC OPEN MIC NIGHT Videos on YouTube

Screenshot of Nick Carpenter, Daniel A. Martin and Andrea Lott Haney

STC Open Mic Nights 2020 HOSTS

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Jerrie Johnson

STC Virtual Open Mic – Jerrie Johnson

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Vicki Betances

STC Virtual Open Mic – Vicki Betances

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Rob Johansen

STC Virtual Open Mic – Rob Johansen

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Jen Johansen

STC Virtual Open Mic – Jen Johansen

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Ben from Timepiece Theatre

STC Virtual Open Mic – Timepiece Theatre

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Steven Kent Murphy

STC Open Mic Nights 2020 – Steven Kent Murphy

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Shakisha Bell

STC Virtual Open Mic – Shakisha Bell

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Sara Hoback

STC Virtual Open Mic – Sara Hoback

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Ryan Metzger

STC Virtual Open Mic – Ryan Metzger

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Roahrig & Powers

STC Virtual Open Mic – Roarhig & Powers

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Ray Adams, Official Wizard

STC Virtual Open Mic – Ray Adams, Official Wizard

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Mia Lee Roberts

STC Virtual Open Mic – Mia Lee Roberts

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Lissa Sears

STC Virtual Open Mic – Lissa Sears

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Lisa Devon

STC Virtual Open Mic – Lisa Devon

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Kendall Crenshaw

STC Virtual Open Mic – Kendall Crenshaw

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Jason Todd

STC Virtual Open Mic – Jason Todd

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Jake Rura

STC Virtual Open Mic – Jake Rura

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Irene Ator

STC Virtual Open Mic – Irene Ator

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Grizzy Grant

STC Virtual Open Mic – Grizzy Grant

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with DreTheActor

STC Virtual Open Mic – DreTheActor

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Doug Johnson

STC Virtual Open Mic – Doug Johnson

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Distinctly Unique

STC Virtual Open Mic – Distinctly Unique

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with David Orr

STC Virtual Open Mic – David Orr

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Chinyelu Mwaafrika

STC Virtual Open Mic – Chinyelu Mwaafrika

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Bespoke 317

STC Virtual Open Mic – Bespoke 317

iPhone image with host Daniel A. Martin on screen

STC Virtual Open Mic – Banner

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Anthony LA Jewel

STC Virtual Open Mic – Anthony LA Jewel

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Amy Owens

STC Virtual Open Mic – Amy Owens

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Amanda Boldt

STC Virtual Open Mic – Amanda Boldt

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with ICAN

STC Virtual Open Mic – ICAN

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with band Just Cause!

STC Virtual Open Mic – Just Cause!

Screenshot of Andrea Lott Haney making Cocktail

STC Virtual Open Mic – Turkey Took Cocktail

STC Virtual Open Mic Crew

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Devan Mathias

STC Virtual Open Mic – Devan Mathias

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with James Solomon Benn

STC Virtual Open Mic – James Solomon Benn

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Naomi Trousseaux

STC Open Mic Nights 2020 –

STC Virtual Open Mic Crew

STC Virtual Open Mic – Frank Smith III

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Traci Neal

STC Virtual Open Mic – Traci Neal

STC Virtual Open Mic – Rob Johansen

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with Julie Powers

STC Virtual Open Mic – Julie Powers

STC Virtual Open Mic – Bespoke 317

Screenshot collage of host Daniel A. Martin with LaKesha Lorene

STC Virtual Open Mic – LaKesha Lorene

Screenshot of twin girls making cocktail

STC Virtual Open Mic – Mocktail Recipe

ADULT SWIM Indy

ADULT SWIM Indy was a fully immersive performance art experience specially designed for young, urban professionals and cultural progressives. This extraordinary recess for adults was modern “hip happening” that brought to life The Sapphire’s vision for unique, engaging mobile performances. Over 7,000 attendees enjoyed live performances, wild characters lit up and on stilts, music, face-painting, food and beverages and so much more!

Children's Museum lobby lit in blue full of people dancing

ADULT SWIM Indy

ADULT SWIM Indy

ADULT SWIM Indy

Giant Jellyfish and Jelly Tamer characters

ADULT SWIM Indy

male writing Life is Good on giant chalkboard

ADULT SWIM Indy

ADULT SWIM Indy

giant chalkboard with male writing and smiling

ADULT SWIM Indy

female with light skin showing off turtle face painting

ADULT SWIM Indy

ADULT SWIM Indy

drummers drumming in Children's Museum Dinosphere

ADULT SWIM Indy

Giant Jellyfish and Jelly Tamer characters being interviewed by camera crew

ADULT SWIM Indy

ORACLE of Delphi

In the center of ancient Greece was the holy city of Delphi.
In the mountains above Delphi was a sacred Temple dedicated to the god Apollo.
In the center of the Temple was an Oracle channeling his prophesy.

Now, the Oracle of ancient Delphi returns to her temple gardens to bestow the wisdom of Apollo once again. The ancient Pythia, or prophetess, was the embodiment of light and enlightenment…she was the voice of Apollo as well as the embodiment of goodness. Step up to the Oracle, and take a step back in time!

Please contact us if you are interested in bringing this mobile, interactive theatre performance to your location or event.