K-POP MAENADS is a new play written by Sam Ahn and directed by Gregory Almanza, premiering at the IRT Theater as part of the ALab Theater Festival. This production is an adaptation of Euripides' The Bacchae, where K-Pop meets adolescence, and it explores the evolution of the K-Pop industry, the 'male loneliness epidemic,' incel culture, artificial intelligence, and our intimate relationships to technology. The story dives into the dark underbelly of society, confronting issues that are often overlooked but deeply relevant to our times.

Sam wrote this play to grapple with how technology and pop culture shape our lives, especially for young people. By blending classic Greek tragedy with contemporary themes, the production aims to spark conversation and reflection about the challenges we face today. The funds raised will cover production costs, ensure everyone involved is paid fairly, and help give the play a future beyond its summer run. Supporting this project means helping bring an important story to the stage and giving it the chance to reach more audiences.

Make telling this story possible for these two nights and beyond. This is a story that should be told; the space it occupies is the dark underbelly of society but that's exactly why we should shed light on it. Your support will help us share this work with the community and beyond, and every contribution makes a difference.