​Artists' Ensemble Theatre, in partnership with Stepping Stones of Rockford, proudly presents "Jumping to Delusions," written by Tom Zack and Bob Morgan, adapted by Margaret Raether. The show, a "groundbreaking play uses a combination of sketch comedy, vaudeville and real life accounts to demystify mental illness." Come see the delightful, insightful, fun and heartbreaking performance scheduled March 23-April 2, 2023 at Cheekj Theatre (Rockford University),  

The play is directed by Richard Raether and Stephen F. Vrtol III. 

"Jumping to Delusions" is recommended for high school students and older. Please note: the production contains realistic portrayals of mental illness. (Trigger Warning)

"Alice is bewildered. She's fallen down the rabbit hole, or maybe it was through the looking glass. Now, everyone she encounters is so -- is odd the right word?"

The cast includes Yazmin Jones, Kate Maringer, Kevin McKillip, Marcus Tobias and Emmarie Wilson. 

"Fasten your seatbelt; turbulence ahead!"

Schedule

*Saturday Night discount available! Use the code word ALICE to get the discount on the evening performance on Saturday, March 25 or April 1 (7:30 PM show).

• THURSDAY, MARCH 23      7:30 PM
• FRIDAY, MARCH 24             7:30 PM
• SATURDAY, MARCH 25      4:00 PM | 7:30 PM*
• SUNDAY, MARCH 26           2:00 PM | 7:30 PM
• THURSDAY, MARCH 30      7:30 PM
• FRIDAY, MARCH 31             7:30 PM
• SATURDAY, APRIL 1           4:00 PM | 7:30 PM*
• SUNDAY, APRIL 2                2:00 PM

Speakers

​A "talkback" will be held after each performance. Mental health professionals will be on site and ready to answer your questions, provide insight and address your thoughts!