New Play About Impact of Teens and Social Media at La Mirada Theatre, One Day Only: May 18

New Play About Impact of Teens and Social Media at La Mirada Theatre, One...

Phantom Projects Theatre Group will celebrate the World Premiere of its newest play, #TheSocialMediaPlay, inspired by real-life tragedy wrought upon young adults, and detailing the tumultuous relationship between cause and effect of social media usage in today's unfiltered world.

New Play About Impact of Teens and Social Media at La Mirada Theatre, One Day Only: May 18
Real Teens. Real Stories. Real Impact

#TheSocialMediaPlay will debut May 18 at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts

Phantom Projects Theatre Group will celebrate the World Premiere of its newest play, #TheSocialMediaPlay, inspired by real-life tragedy wrought upon young adults, and detailing the tumultuous relationship between cause and effect of social media usage in today's unfiltered world.

#TheSocialMediaPlay will be performed at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts on Thursday, May 18th at 9:30am, 12:30pm & 7pm. The production is written by Bruce Gevirtzman and directed by Steve Cisneros. Tickets are now on sale at www.PhantomProjects.com or www.LaMiradaTheatre.com or 562-944-9801. 

As the landscape of digital communication has altered the way in which the youth of today interact with one another, it was only a matter of time before digital platforms were utilized for bullying and other forms of harassment. #TheSocialMediaPlay shines a light on the emotional turmoil caused by cyberbullying; a new method of perpetuating one of the oldest teen issues known to society. As a result, youth suicide rates tied to this type of behavior, are at an all time high.

The themes included in #TheSocialMediaPlay include real-life stories picked right out of the ashes of the tragedy; depicting actual accounts involving teens ripped from today's headlines. This show focuses heavily on short term actions which levy very long term consequences.

Phantom Projects Theatre Group has consistently written and produced shows for young adults; PERFORMED by young adults. Such is the long-standing mission statement of an organization which seeks to provide a platform for interactive education. Known also for producing a score of additional shows, featuring adult actors; the shows featuring teen actors dealing with teen themes have become a true staple of this organization.

Phantom Projects Theatre Group co-founder, and show director Steve Cisneros began this theatre company while a teenager, specifically because at the time of inception, there were virtually no theatre organizations geared specifically to inspiring and educating people his own age, through the eyes of peers. Even 26 years later, the old-fashioned means of communication through theatre arts still finds its place within the youth community. Since 1997, Phantom Projects Theatre Group has seen nearly a thousand young actors perform for almost one million teens.

This show features an all youth cast: Noa Levy (17), Sean Ower (17), Nikolas Ramos (14), Julianna Rossi (18), Collin Higgins (15), Emma Imes (17), Krista Eliot (21), Sarah Ullerich (15), Sarah Morgan (17), Miles Peters (17), Samuel Perez (13), Sophia Glover (16), Alexis Gonzalez (15), & Baird Kraynak (15). The teen performers come from LA, Orange, and Riverside Counties.

Contact Information:
Steve Cisneros
Producing Artistic Director
[email protected]
714-690-2900


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Canadian author and talk show host Harvey Brownstone will be making his official debut in the US by holding an event on Monday, June 5 from 5-9 p.m. at New York City's historic Stonewall Inn, the birthplace of LGBTQ Liberation, for an in-depth discussion about his life, careers, and his "Interviews" program.

Just Who is Harvey Brownstone? 

For the many residing south of Niagara's Rainbow Bridge, the celebrity host with an audience of five million+ may not be immediately recognizable, but his legend and impact are unmistakable. The former Canadian judge — that nation's first openly gay jurist — made history by marrying countless same-sex couples, earning a 2008 Proclamation by New York State Senator Tom Duane. Most notably, Brownstone officiated at the ceremony of Edie Windsor whose union triggered the Supreme Court litigation ushering in legal marriage for LGBTQ people across the U.S. 

During his years on the bench, Brownstone also became a best-selling author with the groundbreaking "Tug of War: A Judge's Verdict on Separation, Custody Battles and the Bitter Realities of Family Court," leading to numerous appearances in media, but his lifelong desire to host celebrated actors and writers became a reality only following retirement from law. Since its debut in 2021, "Harvey Brownstone Interviews" has counted Louis Gossett Jr., Linda Evans, Sir Tim Rice, Robert Wagner, Louise Sorel, Ruta Lee, and even the elusive 93-year-old Mamie van Doren among his notable guests. The show is broadcast globally on Brownstone's own YouTube channel as well as XPTV1 throughout the U.K., among other sources. Honoring the show, the Breakfast at Dominique's fair trade, environmentally friendly coffee company will premiere its "Talk Show Blend," suited to Brownstone's specific taste. 

Most recently, Grammy-nominated songwriter Harriet Schock ("Ain't No Way to Treat a Lady"), moved by Brownstone's "coming out" story, composed "I Am Yours," a soon-to-be released single by vocalist Gary Lynn Floyd. The event at the Stonewall Inn, the birthplace of LGBTQ Liberation, will anchor Brownstone's New York City debut with in-depth discussion about his life, careers, and his "Interviews" program. Floyd will fly in to perform "I Am Yours" among other selections, and award-winning mixologist Maria Gentile will be crafting her own version of the Harvey Wallbanger, and further favorite libations.    

Event: Harvey Brownstone at the Stonewall Inn

Date: Monday, June 5, 5-9 p.m.

Address: 53 Christopher Street, New York, NY  https://thestonewallinnnyc.com

Admission: Free

More Info:

Harvey Brownstone Interviews website: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com

"Harvey Brownstone Interviews" YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaE5NJCAmpqkFvyJRpOpokw

"Harvey Brownstone Interviews" XPTV1: https://xptv1.com

"Harvey Brownstone Interviews" Spotify channel: https://open.spotify.com/show/5uGlhWQ3Z63di2kem431eB

"Harvey Brownstone Interviews" Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/harvey-brownstone-interviews/id1555774578

"Harvey Brownstone Interviews" Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzE5MTMxLnJzcw==

Gary Lynn Floyd: https://garylynnfloyd.com

Harriet Schock: https://harrietschock.com/#choices

Breakfast at Dominique's Hollywood Blends coffees: https://hollywoodblends.com

Contact Information:
Laurie Towers
Executive Director
[email protected]
212-460-1879
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For more information, visit the corporate website at www.chibotanic.com or email [email protected]. Digital photos are available. 

Contact Information:
Jonathan (Jon) Meuser
Chief Executive Officer
[email protected]
510-227-5237


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