California Stage

The trial of George W. Bush is exactly as it sounds: California Stage will put George Bush on trial-- and its audiences may act as the jury and witnesses.    Ray Tatar, Artistic Director of California Stage says that the play is like a "Town Hall", where the community airs its' feelings. There is no denying that many Americans feel cut off from the president while others feel betrayed. Audience members may choose to join one of three juries and others may actually testify to help determine if the president has improperly used his office, violated the constitution, or is innocent of all charges.

The cast includes four real-life lawyers who are also actors. Tatar says "the lead attorney for the Defense is Jeff Kravitz a noted local authority on issues of Constitutional Law and Civil Rights, Michael Garabedian backs him up.   The Prosecution team includes Auburn  Attorney, William A. Bergen backed up by Tiffany Schultz. Support actors include Craig Chavez, Mark Stone, Athena Bergen, AJ Cook, Devin Ritchie, Greg Koski, Ellen Vincent, Franny Phillips, and Mark Heckman as the Judge. The event is directed by Ray Tatar and Mark Heckman.