New Native Theatre presents
The Nut, The Hermit, The Crow and The Monk
Written by Rhiana Yazzie
Co-directed by Rhiana Yazzie and Amber Kay Ball
About the Play
In 2025, New Native Theatre premiered the last play in its 15th Anniversary with a new play, The Nut, The Hermit, The Crow, and The Monk. Written and directed by Rhiana Yazzie, the theatre's founder and Artistic Director, with co-direction by Amber Ball, this comedy follows a zillennial brother and sister on a self-help journey inspired by The Odyssey and Alice in Wonderland. Their adventure is a quest to confront and heal from the boarding school trauma passed down through generations.
Run Time
Approximately 90 Minutes (No intermission)
Age Recommendation
This production is recommended for ages 12+.
Accessibility
ASL-interpreted performances may be available on select dates.
Quick Guide
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New Native Theatre’s mainstage production of The Nut, The Hermit, The Crow, and The Monk ran from April 16-May 4, 2025.
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2025
April 16-May 4, 2025Gremlin Theatre
Annex Building
550 Vandalia St #177
St Paul, MN 55114 -
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“A one-act, “Nut” is imaginative and highly creative. And the acting company works tirelessly.”
Cast and Crew
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![Rhiana Yazzie]()
Rhiana Yazzie
Playwright, Co-Director, Artistic Director
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![Amber Kay Ball]()
Amber Kay Ball
Co-Director
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![Elena Yazzie]()
Elena Yazzie
Shadi
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![Nathaniel TwoBears]()
Nathaniel TwoBears
Broder
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![Charli Fool Bear]()
Charli Fool Bear
Mater
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![Meredith McCoy]()
Meredith McCoy
Auntie Ti
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![Thomas Draskovic]()
Thomas Draskovic
Uncle
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![Lareina LaPlante]()
Lareina LaPlante
Prima
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![Niizhogaabo Holmes]()
Niizhogaabo Holmes
Will, Formless Being, Man
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![David Valentine]()
David Valentine
Understudy for Uncle, Broder, Will
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![Shinaana Secody]()
Shinaana Secody
Understudy for Shadi, Prima, Formless Being
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![Genevieve Lane]()
Genevieve Lane
Understudy for Auntie Ti
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![Iman Dubose]()
Iman Dubose
Stage Manager
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![Lini Wilkins]()
Lini Wilkins
Company Elder
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![Mina Kinukawa]()
Mina Kinukawa
Set Designer
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![Brandon Sisneroz]()
Brandon Sisneroz
Carpenter
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![Khamphian Vang]()
Khamphian Vang
Costume Designer
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![Erica Warren]()
Erica Warren
Puppet Designer
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![Jonathon Boyd]()
Jonathon Boyd
Props Master
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![Mike Grogan]()
Mike Grogan
Lighting Designer
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![C. Andrew Mayer]()
C. Andrew Mayer
Sound Designer
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![Angela Blackdeer]()
Angela Blackdeer
ASL Interpreter
Downloads
Digital Playbill
Download a digital playbill from our 2025 production in PDF format.
