space exploration because SPACE EXPLORATION because sPaCe eXpLoRaTiOn!!!

“Space Exploration is a journey inward as much as outward. It builds its metaphors slowly, carefully, and gradually reveals the psychic and emotional costs of colonialism in the space of one woman’s life. Gorgeous work.“ -Peter Enzminger

“Krystle Tugadi with direction by Scarlett Kim has created something visceral and poignant. I think an audience can take so many different messages from it. It’s a fascinating concept and one that runs the gamut of emotions on stage and in the audience.” -Samantha Simmons-Ronceros, NoHo Arts

I loved how she called patriarchy, convention and colonialism into question through the pathos of her character Baby. I loved her singing. I loved that everything was perfectly placed and thought out. I loved the script and the wrenching depiction of grief. -Jennifer Caldwell, Playwright/Actor

“Brilliant and moving. There is so much to learn about the experience of being a mother, an immigrant, a sister, a human being, from this show, and leaves one with the desire for it to be a longer show! I felt changed watching this.” -Anonymous

“A fascinating look at the many different roles women play (often simultaneously, on their own) and where those expectations come from – society, religion, family, culture, ourselves. With so many demands and emotions, it’s easy to see how this character struggles and how she works to convince not just her guest but herself that everything is fine.” -Dawn Branch, Producer

“I couldn’t take my eyes off of Krystle, she was mesmerizing and a beautiful dichotomy of softness and powerful. She carried such a wide range of emotions and instilled all these emotions for me and the audience. It was an amazing show with a heart-felt story.” -Ryan Dalusag

A SOLO FILIPINA PLAY

written and performed by krystle tugadi

directed by scarlett kim

executive producer: krystle tugadi

Everything is fine.

After a novena held at her home, we follow Baby as she navigates the delicate art of bidding farewell to her final guest. Longing for her husband who is in outer space handling diplomatic affairs, Baby strives for solitude as her role shifts from host to subject of inquiry.

 Being probed about her husband’s secret mission, coupled with confronting the challenges of being a new mother and new immigrant in a foreign land, Baby is cornered into unearthing the complexities of all the stories that make her – her.

Against the backdrop of familial traditions and societal expectations, Baby’s story becomes a tale of resilience and self-discovery, reminding us all that our pasts and futures are intricately woven into the fabric of our present realities.