Theatre Five
4/23/2026-5/9/2026

Dean Taucher- Playwright
Richard Caliban- Director and Sound Designer
Joe Doran- Lighting Designer
Joey Moro- Projection Designer
Edward T. Morris- Scenic Designer
Casting by Stephanie Klapper, CSA

*This is an Equity Approved Showcase produced by Equilateral Theatre Company, Inc.

Movies TV Mayhem

MOVIES TV MAYHEM is a must-see for anyone fascinated by the strange, hilarious, and often messy reality behind the glitz and glamor of movies and television. Whether you're an industry insider or simply a fan, this play promises an evening of laughter, surprise, and insight into the wild world of entertainment.

This dark comedic, ironic, and wonderfully weird stage play inspired by the four decades of experience of renowned production designer Dean Taucher. Drawing on his extensive work behind-the-scenes on major films and television series, Dean delivers a no-holds- barred look at the idiosyncratic personalities and chaotic situations he encountered throughout his career. The play is as much an homage to the entertainment industry as it is an irreverent critique, filled with biting humor, unexpected twists, and unforgettable characters.

MOVIES TV MAYHEM, features three versatile actors— Oneika Phillips, Lou Liberatore —who deftly switch between multiple outrageous roles. These characters are all based on Dean's keen observations of his colorful co-workers and the peculiar situations that arise on set.

Expect to meet homicidal teamsters, a clueless starlet, harassment seminars that are more foul than informative, and cash-obsessed writers and producers whose ethics range from questionable to criminal.

An absurd, messy, unaccountably wrong, and gut wrenchingly funny play.

MOVIES TV MAYHEM. Where MAYHEM Rules!!