Scripps Ranch Theatre's 'Moon' Play Earns Rave Review

The solo production was a standout during the COVID-19 lockdown period.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 9:31pm

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In 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, San Diego actor Susan Clausen and director Candace Krystal collaborated on a streaming production of the solo play 'Donna Orbits the Moon' by Ian August. Despite the sparse visual elements, the performance was one of the reviewer's favorite theatrical experiences that year.

Why it matters

The successful streaming production of 'Donna Orbits the Moon' during the lockdown period showcases how some theaters were able to adapt and continue engaging audiences through innovative digital formats when in-person performances were not possible.

The details

The solo play 'Donna Orbits the Moon' by Ian August was produced for streaming by the Scripps Ranch Theatre in San Diego, with actor Susan Clausen and director Candace Krystal at the helm. Despite the limited visual elements due to the virtual format, the reviewer found the production to be a standout theatrical experience in 2020 amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • The production streamed in 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 lockdown.

The players

Susan Clausen

A San Diego-based actor who starred in the solo production of 'Donna Orbits the Moon'.

Candace Krystal

The director who collaborated with Susan Clausen on the streaming production of 'Donna Orbits the Moon'.

Ian August

The playwright who wrote the solo play 'Donna Orbits the Moon'.

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The takeaway

The successful streaming production of 'Donna Orbits the Moon' during the COVID-19 lockdown demonstrates how some theaters were able to adapt and continue engaging audiences through innovative digital formats when in-person performances were not possible, showcasing the resilience of the theatrical community.