Overview

September 28 – October 23, 2022
The Topfer at ZACH

The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity is a dramatic comedy following the life of wrestler Macedonio Guerra. As a lifelong fan, he has followed wrestling only to become a “jobber,” one who is paid to lose to bigger-name stars in the ring. Macedonio meets Vigneshwar Paduar, a young Indian man from Brooklyn, who he wants to team up with.

The wrestling execs go for it but pitch them as “terrorists” in the ring. Macedonio and Vigneshwar find a way to push the personas to the limits and say what needs to be said. Unspoken racism, politics, and courage are all woven into this play that leaves it all on the mat.

Age Recommendation: 13 & Up (for strong language and mature content)
Runtime: 2 hours (including a 20 minute intermission)

Pride Night: Thursday, September 29, 2022
Champagne Opening: Saturday, October 1, 2022
ASL/Open-Caption: Wednesday, October 12, 2022