Carrie Drazek
SAG-AFTRA, AEA
Actor, Writer, Director, Producer
THE AZURE SKY IN OZ, by William Leavengood, is a powerful, funny, but unflinching drama about two women whose lives are profoundly changed by their immersion in the world of the other-abled. Mary, a nurturing Special Ed teacher, defies her superiors and stars her ESE students in a production of THE WIZARD OF OZ with astonishing results. Michelle, an emerging visual artist, tries to raise and care for her profoundly autistic son while fighting against the system as well her own fear of losing her career in the process. Based on the experiences of two real-life Floridians, THE AZURE SKY IN OZ is directed by Padraic Lillis and stars Carrie Drazek in a one woman, tour-de-force, playing both of these intriguing and resilient characters in the play’s World premiere. The play is sponsored by the law firm of Gibbs & Parnell, P.A. and will benefit The Philanthropic Women of St. Joseph’s.
The Azure Sky In Oz
April 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th, 29th and 30th 2017 at The Shimberg Playhouse, Straz Center, Tampa, FL
Carrie can currently be seen at the upcoming Gasparilla International Film Festival in Tampa, FL this March, 2017. She has two films there: The short film The Deposition, which she directed and Turtle Tale a Luc Campeau family film that she has a role in as the mother of actor Noah Schnacky's character, Calvin.
About the Play...
Written by Holly Swayne and Jason Sutton Starring: Darren Constantine, Holly Swayne, and Carrie Drazek On The Bench tells the story of Anna, an upper-middle class young woman, trying to find meaning after quitting her job. She meets a homeless veteran named Henry, with whom she shares her days, and who challenges her view of the world. In the evenings, Anna goes home to her partner, Julia, a strong career woman with seemingly uncompromising opinions on the meaning of social justice. Through a series of interactions, Anna learns as much about the world around her as she learns about her place in it. This play is part of The Heather Theatre season, and is sponsored in part by The Lightning Foundation and Drs. William and Sharon Sutton. All proceeds will benefit the Jackson in Action 83 Foundation.
*** 'House of Leros' will be performing LIVE with an original musical accompaniment. ***
Approximate running time is 1 hour 15 minutes with no intermission.
Tickets available at: Straz Center