Sarah House presents a World Premiere Theater Production of “ONE DAY: Sarah House”

An Original Play about Sarah House, Santa Barbara’s Hospice for the Dying Poor

Dates: March 27, 28; April 2, 3, 4 at 8pm ; March 29th Matinee at 2pm

Special Gala performance on Saturday, March 28^th Tickets $50 and some tickets at regular prices for this performance as well. Les Gendarmes du Swing to perform after!

Place: Center Stage Theater

Ticket prices: $25, Seniors $15, Students $10

For tickets, please call box office at 963-0408 or go online www.centerstagetheater.org

Sarah House is proud to announce the world premiere of “ONE DAY : Sarah House,” an original play about Sarah House, Santa Barbara’s hospice home that provides end of life care for the low-income and homeless. Inspired by the pioneering work of Sarah House, the only “social model” hospice in the nation, Los Angeles playwright Doris Baizley has written a play about 24 hours at a home for the dying poor.  Check with box office for dates of post-performance Talk Backs with playwright, director, cast and Sarah House staff.

Former Chair of UCSB Theatre Department and stage director,  Peter Lackner will guide the production, and his brother, percussionist Tom Lackner will provide the soundscape. Barbara Lackner is doing costumes. Peter most recently won an Indy for his direction of “The Odyssey” performed by Boxtales Theatre Company.  The cast of “ONE DAY: Sarah House” features well-known local actors Henry Brown, Matthew Tavianini, Devin Scott, and Laurel Lyle as well as Los Angeles actress Jennifer Aquino.

Each actor portrays a resident, a member of the staff, and a mythical character. As a home for the dying, Sarah House is a naturally dramatic setting for the human comedy, and all the joys and sorrows of the last days of life.  In 24 hours, there are many transitions through the thresholds of day and night, waking and dreaming, myth and reality, and life and death. In Sarah House, time often feels suspended as other dimensions expand. In this environment of fundamental kindness, the essence of our humanity is explored, and boundaries and uncertainty are confronted with gentleness, humor, and courage. 

Sarah House is the only “social model” hospice home in the United States. A “social model” hospice is more cost effective and compassionate with a home-like atmosphere, individualized care for each resident and their loved ones, and distinguished by a staff that embraces those who arrive as part of an extended family, caring for all with “extraordinary kindness.”   As a viable model for any-size community, Sarah House is emerging as a prototype hospice home and attracting interest from across the nation. It is an innovative response to the increased costs and demand for end of life care.

This project is funded in part by the COMMUNITY ARTS GRANT PROGRAM using funds provided by the City of Santa Barbara in partnership with the Santa Barbara County Arts Commission.