The Maker: A Play on Words

AMT Theatre, the beloved Hells Kitchen Off-Broadway venue, will host the world premiere of “The Maker: A Play on Words,” a new work by playwright Dakota Silvey. This absurdist piece opens on Jan. 23 and runs through Feb. 2, offering theatregoers a limited engagement filled with bold imagery, stellar performances, and a unique exploration of identity.

The play is about labels and the way we perceive them and about society at large who often prescribes them to us. It follows three characters who represent the spectrum of three colors, assigned to them by an omnipotent “Maker,”  and how they navigate labels amongst themselves, each other, and society. They navigate what makes them unique and what unifies them, and come to a realization at the end that asks the audience to question the labels we carry.

Under the playful direction of Dougie Robbins, a skilled dancer and choreographer, “The Maker” promises to be a visually stunning production. Robbins brings his unique perspective to the stage, translating Silvey’s words into a compelling physical performance, using the color spectrum as a powerful metaphor for identity exploration. This marks the second full-length collaboration by Dougie and Dakota following the success of Flight Risk The production is brought to life by a talented ensemble cast featuring the dynamic performances of Eliza Vann, Sam Frye, and Leah Temple Lang. Their nuanced portrayals promise to draw audiences deeply into the emotional core of the play.