Playwright:
Andrea Peterson is a writer driven by unassailable curiosity and a refusal to conform to narrative convention. She views life as a winding labyrinth rather than a straight line, approaching her work with a fearless “why not?” that shapes stories designed to challenge, provoke, and resonate long after the final page.
She earned her undergraduate degree from Texas Tech University, double majoring in Literature and Sociology with a concentration in Criminology, before completing a master’s degree in Broadcast Journalism at Boston University. This academic foundation sharpened her ability to blend character, culture, and structure, informing a writing style that is both observant and emotionally grounded. Her early work in journalism gave her an “all-access” lens into diverse communities, deepening her commitment to authentic, human-centered storytelling.
As a screenwriter and filmmaker, Andrea has received awards for her work in web series and music videos and was a finalist in the Sundance Screenwriters Lab, recognizing her talent for crafting layered, meaningful narratives. She is drawn to the architectural side of writing—building story blueprints, shaping rhythm, and engineering scenes with precision and intention. Her love of live theater led her back to playwriting, where her work embraces the immediacy and vulnerability of the stage.
At the core of Andrea’s writing is a belief that the most powerful stories resist tidy conclusions. Rather than offering easy answers, she creates endings that invite discomfort, reflection, and dialogue, trusting the audience to meet the work in the space between certainty and possibility.
“Sometimes we go to theatre to escape and unwind. Sometimes we go to theatre to think.”
Thank you to Utah Theatre Bloggers Association for this thoughtful review of (plan c), calling the production “complicated, political, and real” and praising its ability to spark meaningful conversation.
As we enter our closing week, there are just THREE performances left to experience this powerful world premiere by Andrea D. Peterson.
Directed by Fran Pruyn, (plan c) is a sharp comedy that dives into women’s health, autonomy, and the very real complexities behind deeply personal decisions. The show features Liz Whittaker, Nicole Finney, Bobby Cavalier, and Paul Naylor.
Thursday (5/14) at 7:30 pm
Friday (5/15) at 7:30 pm
Saturday (5/16) at 4:00 pm
Get tickets at arttix.org
Last week to see (plan c) written by Andrea D. Peterson with @pygmalionproductions at the ROSE Wagner this 5/14, 5/15, and 5/16!
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Make sure to get your tickets. 🎟️ Link in bio. 🎟️
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Written by: @anddpeter
Directed by: @pruynfran
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Starring:
Ginnifer: @lizwhitinsta
Stanley: @mrbobster
Sarah: @nicmarcellafin
Dr Louis: Paul Naylor
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#playwright #utahtheatre #saltlakecity #dramedy
Playwright Andrea D. Peterson talks about her new play (plan c) on @The Pulse in their episode The Complexity of Motherhood 💥
The conversation explores the messy, complicated gray areas of motherhood — from medical fears and identity shifts to independence, relationships, and everything we’re not always supposed to say out loud.
Huge thanks to WHYY and host Maiken Scott for such a thoughtful discussion about motherhood, science, and storytelling.
🎭 Pygmalion Productions presents the world premiere of (plan c)�📍 Rose Wagner Black Box Theater�🎟️ Running now until May 16 in Salt Lake City
Heard weekly on WHYY and other NPR member stations, The Pulse tells stories at the heart of health, science and innovation.
Listen to the episode + learn more: @whyy@whyythepulse
#ThePulse #Motherhood #SLCTheatre #WomenInTheater #PygmalionProductions
Check out the interview our playwright @anddpeter did with @auntielara of @krclradio for the opening weekend of our run with @pygmalionproductions . Andrea talks not only about the production but the importance of being a voice to women’s heath!
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You still have time to get tickets! The play runs through May 16 at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center.
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Make sure to get your tickets. 🎟️ Link in bio. 🎟️
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Written by: @anddpeter
Directed by: @pruynfran
🌟
Starring:
Ginnifer: @lizwhitinsta
Stanley: @mrbobster
Sarah: @nicmarcellafin
Dr Louis: Paul Naylor
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#playwright #utahtheatre #saltlakecity #dramedy
“It’s a stunning performance of a woman trying to use words as a shield against a world that has stopped hearing them.”
We’re so grateful for this incredibly thoughtful response to (plan c) from Front Row Reviewers. It recognizes the depth, nuance, and humanity our cast and creative team bring to (plan c).
🔗 Use the link in our profile to read more of the review.
Our upcoming schedule:
Thursday (5/7) at 7:30 pm
Friday (5/8) at 7:30 pm
Saturday (5/9) at 4:00 pm
Sunday (5/10) at 2:00 pm
🎟️ Tickets available at arttix.org
For abeing a writer, I am at a loss for words on how to describe what I am feeling for watching my first stage play come to life at @pygmalionproductions ! What started as a silly little comedy titled “The Day My Vagina Met Richard Gere” has blossomed into a timely important story titled “(plan c).” I am so grateful for Fran Pruyn taking the chance on my words and then for seeing her mold such a wonderful cast! For those who haven’t seen it, if you’re in SLC, go! It runs until May 16th, and if you’re not, don’t worry we will bring it to New York!!
Join us today at 2 pm for a matinee of (plan C) and then stay afterward for a special talkback with playwright Andrea Danee Peterson, director Fran Pruyn, and our stellar cast. Andrea will share the inspiration behind the play and the real stories that shaped it. It’s an opportunity to go deeper into the themes of the work and be part of a thought-provoking dialogue.
The show features Liz Whittaker, Nicole Finney, Bobby Cavalier, and Paul Naylor.
Happy Opening to the cast and crew of (plan c) @pygmalionproductions to be performed at he ROSE Wagner tonight at 730p. Break all the legs!
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We’re already almost sold out! Make sure to get your tickets. 🎟️ Link in bio. 🎟️
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Written by: @anddpeter
Directed by: @pruynfran
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Starring:
Ginnifer: @lizwhitinsta
Stanley: @mrbobster
Sarah: @nicmarcellafin
Dr Louis: Paul Naylor
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#playwright #utahtheatre #saltlakecity #dramedy
