General Info

Son of Semele Ensemble ( SOSE ) began its work in 2000 when founding Artistic Director Matthew McCray brought together 11 of his colleagues to produce his original play Earthlings. The troupe named itself Son of Semele Ensemble, a reference to Dionysus (the patron Greek god of the theater ). Since that time, the ensemble has expanded from the 11 founding members to 25, some having worked together for as long as a decade. SOSes repertoire of productions includes World, National, West Coast and Los Angeles premieres written by a wide range of playwrights, from avant-garde artist Richard Foreman to contemporary Tony Award-winner Richard Greenberg. [ more SOSE history ] Production History 2007 365 Days / 365 Plays 2006 The Labor Project 2005 BARE The Mysteries 2004 Wilhelm Reich in Hell 2003 Film is Evil: Radio is Good 2002 Animal Farm The American Plan 2001 Peer Gynt, Part One Friends & Associates SOSE can use your help! Volunteer today and get involved in one of LA's ensemble theater companies. SOSE is looking for interns interested in all aspects of theatrical production. Please contact Membership Director Aaron Henne for more information. The average SOSE production is seen by over 500 people in the eclectic Silverlake neighborhood, within easy reach of Los Feliz, the Wilshire District, and Downtown LA. If you would like to purchase an advertisement in an SOSE program, please contact Communications Director Ray Paolantonio for current rates.