Tiny Beautiful Things
Based on the book by Cheryl Strayed
Adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos
Co-conceived by Marshall Heyman, Thomas Kail, and Nia Vardalos
Directed by Stacey D’Angelo & Ben Raanan
“Tiny Beautiful Things” is a deeply moving and often funny exploration of human connection, reimagined by Phamaly with over 100 disabled actors worldwide through a blend of video storytelling and live performance.
Tiny Beautiful Things” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
October 8th – 18th, 2026
The People’s Building
9995 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010
Pay-What-You-Can Tickets :$20-$50
General Admission Seating
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Synopsis:
Tiny Beautiful Things, adapted by Nia Vardalos from Cheryl Strayed’s beloved book, is a deeply moving, sharply funny celebration of what it means to be human. Centered on an anonymous advice columnist known as “Sugar,” the play weaves together the intimate letters of people searching for connection, healing, and meaning. In this new take on the script, Phamaly will be casting over 100 disabled actors from across the world, intertwining video-storytelling and in-person human connection. In an international tour de force, Tiny Beautiful Things reminds us that even in our most vulnerable moments, we are never truly alone.
Cast
Sugar
Jessica Swanson
- Performance Dates: October 9, 11, 15. 18th
Adrienne Asterita
- Performance Dates: October 8, 10, 16, and 17th
Production Team
Director: Stacey D’Angelo
Media Director: Ben Raanan
Stage Manager: Olivia Kong
Production Designer: Ollie Gillespie
Lighting Designer: Amanda Fisk
Sound/Projection Designer: Sam Morin
Costume Designer: Lisa White
Accessibility Services
- Captions available at all performances
- Sensory Warning Icons
- Access Performances (10/11 and 10/16) include ASL and Audio Description without reservation.
- Tactile Tours available on Access Days 90 minutes before the show starts. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by emailing info@phamaly.org
- Audio Description available by request for any performance with 2 weeks advance notice by emailing info@phamaly.org
- American Sign Language Interpretation is available by request for any performance with 2 weeks advance notice, by emailing info@phamaly.org
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Accessibility Materials: Braille programs, Sensory Guide, Accessibility Guide, Fidgets, etc.
- Relaxed Performance 10/15: During Relaxed Performances, audience members are welcome to move around and make noise if needed.
Advisory Notice: Discussions of mature themes including miscarriage, disordered eating, child abuse, drug and alcohol addiction, transphobia, self ham, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, and death.
If you have any requests or questions please email info@phamaly.org. Thank you!