A minimalist poster showing a white origami crane floating against a dark blue background, titled “at the very bottom of a body of water” by Benjamin Benne.

Image design by Fae Crane ('27), Kiya Ashley ('25) and Kate Sheehan ('27)

at the very bottom of a body of water

Creative Team

By Benjamin Benne 
Juliette Carrillo, director 
Ashley Mendez, scenic design 
Yee Eun Nam, projection design 
Lyall Hovey, costume design 
Rachel Fields, lighting design 
Matt Feeney, sound design 
Eliza Vedar, composer 
Sammie Moore, stage management

Date & Time
Post-show Activity
Talkback With Company Members and Scholars
Post-show Date/Time

NEW DATES

A developmental production


Marina swims in a circle of routine every week — she goes to the local fish store, buys a catfish, and makes soup. But this week, her usual fishmonger has disappeared and the comfort of ritual has been destroyed. But does destruction only mean pain and suffering, or could it also mean the possibility for new and grander experiences? Through surreal storytelling and dreamlike sequences, this piece delved into themes of grief, spiritual disconnection, and the enduring ties of family. Engage in an intimate, atmospheric and subtle emotional exploration with Marina as she reconstructs a deconstructed life.

Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 2 p.m.
Open captions are available for this performance.

Tickets
General Admission: $25
Senior Age 62+: $22
UCI Faculty, Alumni, Staff, Emeriti and Retirees: $22
Groups 10+: $20
Arts Packages (3+ events): $21
Students & Youth Age 17/Below: $10

Event Length
Estimate: 75 minutes (no intermission)
Warning & Disclaimers
  • Recommended for age 18+
  • This production contains adult themes and language, including explorations of death and dying.
  • Contains fog/haze and flashing/strobe lights
     
Support/Sponsorship

Major support is provided by Robert and Lorna Cohen Endowment for Excellence in Drama, the Theatre Guild and the Claire Trevor Society.

VIP Priority Seating

Current Theatre Guild and Claire Trevor Society members are invited to enjoy early access to seating at all UCI Arts Department of Drama productions. Please arrive 30 minutes before curtain to select your seats and simply check in with your name at the designated entrance. General seating will open 20 minutes before the show. Members arriving after the early entry period are asked to please join the main entry line.

Learn how to become a Theatre Guild or Claire Trevor Society member, here.



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