A Collection of Plays for Hope
"Plays for Hope" is a powerful event in Los Angeles that uses the performing arts to address the stigma surrounding suicide. This unique production features five original short plays, blending drama and comedy to spark open conversations and provide hope to those impacted by suicide. After each performance, audiences have the chance to participate in a Q&A session with mental health professionals, followed by a reception where attendees can connect and reflect. Proceeds from the event support suicide prevention efforts, making it not just an evening of art but also a meaningful opportunity to come together and support mental health.
Los Angeles
2023
Producer/Artistic Director: Kelly O’Malley
Co-producer: Ale Fips
Associate producer: Sam Sheeks
Lighting & Sound Design: Nick Foran
2019
Producer: Kelly O’Malley
Associate Producer: Alexandria Steele
Light & Sound: Nick Foran
2022
Producer: Kelly O’Malley
Co-Producer: Ale Fips
Associate Producer: Rodrick Ruiz
Lighting & Sound Design: Nick Foran
2018
Producer: Kelly O’Malley
Artistic Director: Austin Iredale
Associate Producer: Alexandria Steele
Light & Sound: Nick Foran
2016
Producer: Kelly O’Malley
Co-producers: Salim Aliaga & Bruce Katzman
Associate Producers: Paola Grande & Bruce Katzman
Light & Sound: Fira Budiman
2021
Producer/Artistic Director: Kelly O’Malley
Associate Producer: Josh Reiter
Lighting & Sound Design: Nick Foran
Producer: Kelly O’Malley
Co-producer: Salim Aliaga
Light & Sound: Nick Foran
2017
2024
Producer/Artistic Director: Kelly O’Malley
Co-producer: Ale Fips
Associate producer: Sam Sheeks
Lighting & Sound Design: Nick Foran
Dallas
2024
Producer & Artistic Director: Kelly O’Malley
Co-Producer: Kristina O’Malley
2023
Producer & Artistic Director: Kelly O’Malley
Co-producers: Meagan Harris & Kristina O’Malley
2019
Producer: Kelly O’Malley
Co-producer: Lawrence Mann
Associate producer: Kristina O’Malley
2022
Producer: Kelly O’Malley
Co-producers: Meagan Harris & Kristina O’Malley
Virtual Reading Series
2020
Producer: Kelly O’Malley