Scapegoat

Scapegoat is a failed play about refusing to accept death as the end to a story. It’s a space where female characters are safe from their cyclical doom. Scapegoat is inspired by texts from the 1800-1900's. After centuries, these dearly beloved characters are given an escape at 30,000 feet.

Duration: 1-hour

Suitable for 12+

Instagram: @ponidykstratucker

Content Notes: Discussion of death and gender-based discrimination. Continuous low humming sound. Flickering lights.

Creative Team:

Cast and Crew: Poni Dykstra-Tucker, Writer. Nicolas Lamy, Director. Shelvin Portillo, Actor. Zuli, Actor. Kristina Svencionyte, Actor, and Aly Carter, Actor.

A special thanks to: 2026 ATP MFA cohort and tutors for exceptional support and collaboration. Emma Clark, for your artistic mentorship and outstanding advice. Mom, Dad, Jianna, and Carson, thank you for being my #1 fans and my first audience – much love always.

Penelopi- Poni for short, is an actress, writer, and producer from Los Angeles. In addition to her work on stage and screen, she also has experience with the Garry Marshall Theatre in Burbank as a skilled scenic carpenter. Her experience in London and ATP have deeply inspired her, encouraging her to share her writing publicly and engaging with a wider audience for the first time.

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