What Would Have to Happen? October 11, 2026

PROJECT LEAD Saniah Johnson

What Would Have To Happen? is an original one-act play presented as a staged reading that explores the fragile intersection of love and mental illness within a young couple’s relationship. Set over the course of a week, the story follows Sadie as her intrusive thoughts—embodied by a haunting “Voice”—begin to unravel her sense of security and self-worth. Blending realism with internalized theatrical style, the play examines the quiet battles we fight within ourselves and the cost of believing we are unlovable.

CAST Corin Friese (Sadie Grey), James Galanis (August Bennett), Sophia Hensen (The Voice), Charlie Higgins (Stage Direction Reader)

STAGE MANAGER Parker Dumalski