An all-Black, Indigenous, and People of Color circus ensemble tackles timely themes with virtuosity and radical imagination. San Francisco, CA – September 26, 2025. How does anger transform us? Who has the right to rage? What could our fury alchemize if we were to harness it, together? TRIGGERED dives fearlessly into the roots of our most powerful emotions to bring you a timely and inspirational devised theatre piece that features partner and group acrobatics, creative movement and unapologetic glimpses into the impact of indignation.

Created by an all-BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) cast, the piece will premiere with three showings only at ODC Theater in the Mission District on October 25th at 6pm and 8pm, which are open to the public, and October 26th at 12pm, which is a free showing for BIPOC community members, followed by a Q&A panel with the artists. Tickets for the Saturday shows are sliding scale $15-$50, with $100 VIP tickets also available now at odc.dance/triggered. This show is recommended for audiences 13+. For further questions about the show’s content, audience members can contact [email protected].

TRIGGERED was created as the culmination of the BIPOC Acro Collective Care Ecosystem’s (BACCES) Take Power, Make Power artist residency pilot program, during which a cohort of 10 BIPOC acrobats underwent seven months of mentorship from acclaimed, revolutionary Black and Brown artists in disciplines such as immersive theatre, narrative circus, cultural devising, modern dance and more.

“A program like this is long overdue,” says producer and co-creator of the residency, Azrael Máel Eóin. “American circus has a history rooted in the exploitation of artists of color, and racism is still prevalent in the arts to this day. Take Power, Make Power puts resources back into the hands of incredible artists who are best positioned to use their skills for social change, and empowers them to create without the fear of censorship.”

“Being a BIPOC artist can feel very isolating. Having a place where we can create together, find joy in camaraderie and process our experiences through the creative process has been the dream,” says resident artist Serena Tang.

TRIGGERED provides an equally cathartic and eye-opening experience that is sure to inspire audience members regardless of race, culture or background. Don’t be mad you missed it.

Story – Supporting Paragraph: About BACCES The BIPOC Acro Collective Care Ecosystem (aka BACCES) advances accountability and radical inclusion practices in acrobatic training spaces, and develops Black, Indigenous, and People of Color-led events. Our Take Power, Make Power residency program resources BIPOC acrobatics with tools and methodologies from various artistic disciplines to support them in creating dynamic, captivating live art that inspires social change. Learn more about all of our programs and support our work at www.bacces.org and follow us on social media @bipocacro.

Production Information TITLE OF WORK TRIGGERED

RUN TIME 60 minutes

VENUE ODC Theater 3153 17th Street San Francisco, CA 94110 415-549-8534

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Saturday, October 25th at 6pm and 8pm **Sunday, October 26th at 12pm

**please note that the Sunday 12pm showing is a closed space for attendees who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of color. This showing is followed by a community Q&A panel with the artists.

TICKETS Tickets are available at odc.dance/triggered.

Saturday tickets: $15 sliding scale $25 sliding scale $35 general admission $50 supporter $100 VIP tickets are available that include a cast meet and greet

Tickets for the Sunday BIPOC community show are free, but attendees must reserve seats in advance.

QUESTIONS Additional questions may be sent to [email protected]

CAST CREDITS Alyssa Bigbee Raymond Diamond Theresa Edge Landyn Endo Jordan Garcia Rosemary Le Eric McKeethen Ori Quesada Serena Tang Marissa Wong

CREW CREDITS Ariel Mihic – program co-creator & administrator Azrael Máel Eóin – program co-creator & producer Colby Calhoun – devising doula & mentoring artist Veronica Blair – show director & choreographer Dominik Wyss – acrobatics coach & choreographer Megan Lowe – movement coach & choreographer

CONTENT WARNINGS This show is recommended for audiences ages 13+ due to intense themes. Check odc.dance/triggered for updated information.

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION Masks are required and provided for all performances. ODC is ADA Accessible. Additional wheelchair seating is provided for select shows. ODC Theater seats are 17 inches wide. Getting to ODC Theater involves riding an elevator or climbing one flight of stairs. The majority of the ODC Annex is carpeted. ODC Theater and ODC Annex restrooms are All-Gender. If you have any questions, please contact the ODC Box Office at [email protected].