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THEATRE BEYOND BOUNDARIES
up next at
the basement:
RICH BEYOND OUR
WILDEST DREAMS
By Ben Firke
Directed by Mahlon Raoufi
Colby Bates, the CEO and founder of an energy drink start-up company, is hell-bent on changing the “functional beverage” game and making a name for himself. But he needs money to make his dreams come true. During a deranged and mind bending pitch to a group of potential investors Colby is confronted with the absurdity of leaving his value, hopes and happiness to the whims of a capitalist final boss.
Starring Dixon Cashwell with Emily Berry in Mahlon Raoufi’s Directorial Debut, Produced by Juliana Caycedo in association with 5th Wall Theatre, this Virginia premier of Ben Firke’s unblinking, psychedelic, interactive comedy is a much needed slap in the face that is not to be missed.
2025/2026
SEASON
This season, 5th Wall Theatre presents an exploration of the human need to belong, with stories that are fiercely imagined and centered on the defiant act of self-actualization. Our Dear Dead Drug Lord, Wolf Play, and Tambo & Bones follow characters navigating fractured realities: familial, cultural, and historical.
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AT THE BASEMENT
5th Wall Theatre is moving in & we’re bringing THOUGHT PROVOKING work with us.
5th Wall Theatre is proud to take the helm of the space formerly known as The Basement, ushering in a new chapter as 5th Wall Theatre at The Basement.
For years, The Basement has been a vital launchpad for artists in Richmond and beyond. As we step into this space, we do so with deep respect for that history and an exciting vision for what comes next. Under 5th Wall’s leadership, the space will continue to champion daring stories, bold experimentation, and artists who push the boundaries of what theatre can be.
In addition to our Mainstage productions, 5th Wall Theatre at The Basement will serve as a home for rentals, partnerships, and multidisciplinary work—welcoming artists across genres to create, collaborate, and take risks.
This is more than a venue. It’s a creative home, a gathering place, and a launchpad for what’s next.
Stay tuned—there’s much more to come.
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