Ulysses of Scranton is a loose, loving adaptation of James Joyce’s Ulysses, creatively reimagined through the distinct lens of Northeast Pennsylvania. This original theatrical production takes the core narrative of Joyce’s epic and infuses it with local voices, humor, and lived experience.

At its center is a group of actors attempting to stage the “impossible” novel—only to find that as they dive deeper into the text, fiction and reality begin to blur. Characters morph, timelines collapse, and the stage becomes a liminal space where Scranton meets Dublin in surprising and poignant ways.

With a fast-paced blend of wit, heart, and homage, Ulysses of Scranton explores identity, memory, and what it means to adapt—on the page, on the stage, and in life. Both an accessible gateway to Joyce and a celebration of regional storytelling, this fast-paced new work proves the classics can still speak—loudly and locally.

This production is part of Scranton Fringe's 2025/2026 international exchange with the Ballina Arts Centre. We wish to thank local sponsors who have helped make it a reality, such as the Irish Cultural Society, Munley Law, the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County, and many others, for their support.

Please note this play may contain suggestive language and themes, and is suggested for audiences aged 13+

Our cast (left to right): Colin Holmes, Simone Daniel, Mandy Pennginton, Conor McGuigan, and Kimmie Leff