The War of the Worlds: The 1938 Radio Script

November 5-14

By Howard E. Koch

Based on the novel by H.G. Wells

Directed by Drew Kelly

At the University Theater

We interrupt this broadcast: something has fallen from the sky. What begins as a mysterious evening of music and news erupts into live reports of strange cylinders, impossible machines, and a Martian invasion sweeping across the country. As familiar voices vanish into static and civilization collapses over the airwaves, listeners are left to decide what…and whom, they can believe. Inspired by the legendary 1938 radio broadcast, The War of the Worlds transforms sound, silence, and shadow into a gripping theatrical event. Tune in closely. The next voice you hear may be the last one left. 


Show Information

60 minutes with no intermission

This show is recommended for ages 10+

Descriptions and mild depictions of war and violence, including gun shots

Cast

Aiden Vice

Casey Richardson

David Gleichenhaus

Emma Barnes

Gianna Conn

Oskar Lopez

Rosey Bagnara

Ulysses Knobbe


Creative Team

Director: Drew Kelly

   Assistant Director: Isabel Luna

Scenic Designer: Brittany Espinosa

Costume Designer: Alisha Patel

   Assistant Costume Designer: Jaye Ly

Lighting Designer: Julia Law & Leo Vela

Sound Designer: Nick Johnson

Properties Designer: Pablo Maldonado Guzman

 

Stage Manager: Kiara Montijano

Company Manager: TBD