In collaboration with Contemporary Theater Company in Rhode Island join us for an engaging and enlightening exploration of Armenian culture, history, and food. While preparing for a party, an Armenian grandma introduces us to the quirks and eccentricities of her culture and proudly shares her people’s greatest achievements, while grappling with the complex and often tragic history of Armenia. We're invited to consider how to honor that history while also celebrating a vibrant, living culture, and showing how the personal connects with the big picture to try to make sense of it all.

Written and Performed by Susan Chakmakian

Stage Managed by Tylar Jahumpa

There Was and There Was Not was originally developed at the Contemporary Theater Company, Wakefield, RI.

Supported in part by Houston Arts Alliance

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 at 7:30 PM

6:30 PM
Pre-Show Discussion

7:30 PM
Performance

RUNTIME:
90 minutes with no intermission

TICKETS:
Donation Based Pricing
$30 Regular
$40 Champion

Please note that each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

🎟️ BOX OFFICE & TICKETING 

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⏱️ BEFORE THE SHOW 

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• Seating typically opens 30 minutes prior to curtain. 
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🚗 LOCATION & PARKING: MATCH is located in Midtown Houston. Click here for directions and parking options, including garages and metered street parking.

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