The Defense

The Defense

Messenger Theatre Company

A new audio drama about a support group of women with a unique set of powers. Recorded live, with an audience at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn. TW: Men Dying. Women Laughing. Podcast launches on February 8th. For more information, visit messengertheatreco.org.

Session Sixteen - Officially Closed

Session Sixteen - Officially Closed

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Sixteen. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on April 14, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen

May 23, 2024 • 11:42

Session Fifteen - Predator Lake

Session Fifteen - Predator Lake

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Fifteen. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on April 14, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen

May 16, 2024 • 19:40

Session Fourteen - Scrapbooking

Session Fourteen - Scrapbooking

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Fourteen. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on April 14, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Ye

May 9, 2024 • 13:52

Session Thirteen - Extra Set of Keys

Session Thirteen - Extra Set of Keys

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Thirteen. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on April 14, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Ye

May 2, 2024 • 11:45

Trailer for The Defense

Trailer for The Defense

What is the Defense? Listen to Kacey, Bria, Leila, Mari and Lori tell you. For a little taste of this show about a support group for women with unique powers to defend themselves, listen now. The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Dani

May 1, 2024 • 1:23

Session Twelve - Lifejacket

Session Twelve - Lifejacket

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Twelve. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on March 10, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen

Apr 25, 2024 • 16:17

Session Eleven - Alfred Privilege

Session Eleven - Alfred Privilege

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Eleven. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on March 10, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen

Apr 18, 2024 • 16:03

Session Ten - Rage Stage

Session Ten - Rage Stage

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Ten. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on March 10, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen Com

Apr 11, 2024 • 12:21

Session Nine - Pancake Posse

Session Nine - Pancake Posse

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Nine. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on March 10, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen Co

Apr 4, 2024 • 17:50

Session Eight - Ashes at Work

Session Eight - Ashes at Work

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Eight. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on February 11, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Ye

Mar 28, 2024 • 14:10

Session Seven - Weird

Session Seven - Weird

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Seven. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on February 11, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Ye

Mar 21, 2024 • 17:54

Session Six - In Bed

Session Six - In Bed

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Six. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on February 11, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen

Mar 14, 2024 • 15:21

Session Five - Half Ash

Session Five - Half Ash

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Five. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on February 11, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Yen

Mar 7, 2024 • 15:08

Session Four - Dead Bros on the Sidewalk

Session Four - Dead Bros on the Sidewalk

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Four. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on January 21st, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Ye

Feb 29, 2024 • 18:07

Session Three - Muffins

Session Three - Muffins

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session Three. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on January 21st, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Y

Feb 22, 2024 • 14:20

Session Two - Paper Cut Curt

Session Two - Paper Cut Curt

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session One. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on January 21st, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis. Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Ye

Feb 15, 2024 • 14:42

Session One - Smallify

Session One - Smallify

The Defense is a production of Messenger Theatre Company. This is Session One. It was recorded live at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn on January 21st, 2024. Performed by Marcella Adams as Leila, Amber Jessie as Mari, Cosmic Kitty as Bria, Kristen Vaughan as Kacey and Toni Watterson as Lori. Narration - Jacki Jing Writer/director - Emily Rainbow Davis. Sound Design - Matt Powell Sound Engineering - Daniel Massey Sound Assistant - Angela Santillo Stage Management - Ella Lieberman Producer - Melvin Ye

Feb 8, 2024 • 15:40

Teaser for The Defense (and a Warning)

Teaser for The Defense (and a Warning)

Our next recording/performance will be February 11 at Jalopy Theatre in Brooklyn. We'd love to have you there to be our live audience and give us all your good sound and energy. Tickets available for February 11, March 10th and April 14. Subscribe to this feed to hear the first episode on February 8th. The Defense comes to you from Messenger Theatre Company. It is written and directed by Emily Rainbow Davis. It features Marcella Adams, Amber Jessie, Cosmic Kitty, Kristen Vaughan and Toni Watt

Jan 12, 2024 • 1:50

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