I NEVER SAW ANOTHER BUTTERFLY
by Celeste Raspanti
Directed by David A. VanCleave
Scenic Design by David A. VanCleave
Assistant Directed by Asher Suski
Presented by Des Moines Young Artists' Theatre in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines.
Performed at Stoner Theater, 2018
Cloris Award Winner:
-Best Performance by a Rising Star (Sage Johnson as Young Raja)
-Best Ensemble
Cloris Award Nominations:
-Best Youth & Family Production
-Best Costume Design (Susanna Douthit)
-Best Sound Design (Mark Toebben, Jolie Seitz)
PRESS: "Inside the Production," Gentle Guide to DSM Theatre
PRESS: Cityview Preview Article
DOWNLOAD: Audience Enrichment Guide
DOWNLOAD: Director's Note
“A beautiful production, a powerful lesson, and an incredible message of hope… directed with obvious love by David A. VanCleave. The audience enrichment guide provides even more education, including stories behind these real-life characters, family discussion questions, and other curriculum connections. I highly encourage families to experience this inspiring show.”
-Denise Forney, BroadwayWorld
"Thank you for telling our story. It was beautiful."
-David Wolnerman, Terezin & Auschwitz Survivor
Photos by Brandon James Photography