CMC Theatre Presents The White Chip

Colorado Mountain College and Sopris Theatre Company will present The White Chip, a powerful and darkly funny play by Sean Daniels, directed by Julia Whalen. The production will be staged at the New Space Theatre in Spring Valley and features a mix of evening and matinee performances in February.

The White Chip tells the story of Steven McAlister, a man who appears to have mastered the art of success. Between hangovers, he graduates from college, builds a thriving theatre company, marries, and secures his dream job at a major regional theatre. But when personal and professional pressures collide—including a failing marriage, a parent’s declining health, and an unraveling career—Steven’s carefully maintained balance begins to collapse.

Told with biting humor and emotional honesty, the play explores addiction, ambition, and recovery without sentimentality. Daniels’ script offers a deeply human portrayal of what it means to confront personal failure and rebuild a life with the help of an unexpected community. The result is a story that is both entertaining and unflinchingly real.

The CMC production is directed by Julia Whalen, with design by Brad Moore and stage management by Dakota Lavigne. The cast includes Scott Elmore as Steven, with Rebecca Horn and Calvin Parrish appearing in multiple supporting roles.

In addition to live performances, select shows will include livestream and post-show conversations, creating opportunities for audiences to engage more deeply with the themes of the play.

Performances take place at the New Space Theatre in Spring Valley on February 6, 7, 13, and 14 at 7 pm, with matinee performances on February 8 and 15 at 2 pm. Livestream and post-show conversations are scheduled for February 7, 8, and 13.

Tickets are priced at $20 for adults and $15 for seniors, students, and CMC faculty and staff.