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Why does Proof still feel so relevant?

Rishan Dhamija, who plays Hal, talks about growing up in India, where careers in engineering, medicine, and other STEM fields are incredibly common, but the gender balance in those spaces still isn’t equal.

And that’s part of what makes this story so relevant.

Proof asks us to look at what happens when a woman’s intelligence, ability, and accomplishments are questioned simply because she doesn’t look like the person we’ve been conditioned to expect.

Why should women have to provide more “proof” that they belong in the room?

Come see Rishan in Arizona Theatre Company’s Proof and experience the conversation for yourself.

🎟️ Learn more + get tickets at atc.org

#ArizonaTheatreCompany #ProofATC #WomenInSTEM #TucsonTheatre #ArizonaArts taken in Arizona Theatre Company by @kurtakomedy

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Meet Rishan Dhamija, the actor behind Hal in Proof.

A writer and actor who grew up in India and is now based in Los Angeles, Rishan shares a little about his journey, his character Hal, and what drew him to this story.

Come see Rishan on stage in Arizona Theatre Company’s Proof, winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Tony Award for Best Play.

📍 Tucson: September 27–October 17
📍 Tempe/Phoenix: October 24–November 8

Learn more about Proof and get your tickets at atc.org. (Arizona Theatre Company)

#ArizonaTheatreCompany #ProofATC #TucsonTheatre #PhoenixTheatre #ArizonaArts taken in Arizona Theatre Company by @kurtakomedy

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Proof is officially OPEN at Arizona Theatre Company. 🎭

From the rehearsal room to the stage, opening night is when all of those weeks of work finally come together.

We’re so excited to share this beautiful production with you. Come see Proof while it’s here.

📍 Tucson through October 17
📍 Tempe/Phoenix October 24–November 8

🎟️ Tickets at atc.org

#ArizonaTheatreCompany #ProofATC #TucsonTheatre #ArizonaArts #livetheatre taken in Arizona Theatre Company by @kurtakomedy

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No matter what I achieve in life-
The thing I am most of proud of, is the ability to say
“I am @shantanudhamija ‘s son”

Being his son is one of the single greatest joy’s of my life.

In a world full of men who don’t know the first
Thing about kindness

My father has been a shining example
Of how to lead life as a gentle, confident,
charming, funny and KIND man.

To showcase to the world you can be a high achiever,
without compromising your kindness.
That you can lead through love and not fear.

That you can make people laugh
by bringing joy in even their darkest moments.

That you can be a loving emotionally sensitive husband
That you can be a nurturing father
Who raises his kids by leading through example
and not discipline.

A man who talks the talk
And walks the walk.
And does it in STYLE.

Today he is being honoured with a lifetime achievement award.

I couldn’t be more honoured to have inherited his values
His charm
His humour
And just a little bit of his good looks ;)

Here’s to following in your footsteps for the rest of my life.
Here’s to you, papa.

I love you ❤️
Mere Papa Strongest! by @kurtakomedy

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Resident Evil Movie Review And Screenplay analysis:
Learning how to use Comedy to elevate a Horror Screenplay-

#residentevil #film #screenplay #teacher #scriptwriting by @kurtakomedy

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Who should come see Proof? According to the cast… pretty much everyone.
Fathers and daughters. Young women. Families. Math and science lovers. Anyone who has ever wrestled with love, trust, expectations, or what it means to be seen for what you’re capable of.
Yes, Proof has mathematics at its center, but at its heart, it’s a story about family, identity, love, and the complicated ways we inherit both brilliance and expectations. It also opens up conversations about gender and the ways women’s contributions can be overlooked.
Proof runs in Tucson September 27 through October 17, then in Tempe/Phoenix October 24 through November 8. Tickets are available through Arizona Theatre Company.
#ArizonaTheatreCompany #TucsonEvents #PhoenixEvents #LiveTheatre #prooftheplay taken in Arizona Theatre Company by @kurtakomedy

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Resident Evil Breakdown
Screenplay writing Lesson: How to write a Horror Script
Like an Auteur.

#residentevil #film #screenplay #filmmakers #horror taken in Los Angeles, California by @kurtakomedy

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MEET THE CAST OF PROOF
The Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning Proof is coming to Arizona Theatre Company. A story of family, genius, love and the complicated question of what we inherit from the people who shape us.
Tucson performances begin September 27. Opening Night October 1. #tucsonevents #tucsontheatre #phoenixevents #thingstodointucson #thingstodoinphoenix

AN ALL-STAR CAST TAKES THE STAGE
Four actors. One unforgettable story. From Broadway and regional theatre to acclaimed television roles and an Emmy-winning performance, this cast brings an incredible range of experience to Proof.
Swipe to meet the company →

KATE MANSI
Catherine
Kate makes her ATC debut after appearing in If All the Sky Were Paper at the Kirk Douglas Theatre alongside a star-studded cast including Annette Bening and Gary Cole. Her screen credits include Casa Grande and How I Met Your Mother, along with an upcoming independent feature for Warner Bros. She is also a Daytime Emmy Award winner for Days of Our Lives and has appeared on General Hospital.

SCOTT LOWELL
Robert
Scott makes his ATC debut with an impressive career spanning Broadway, London, regional theatre and television. He appeared in The Elephant Man on Broadway and in London, with regional credits including 12 Angry Men, Present Laughter and The Heidi Chronicles. On screen, he’s best known as Ted Schmidt on Queer as Folk, with credits including Bones, Frasier, NCIS and Criminal Minds.

RISHAN DHAMIJA
Hal
Rishan makes his ATC debut with regional credits including Emma, Selling Kabul, The Yoga Play and The Play That Goes Wrong. His television work includes Hulu’s Not Suitable for Work, Blue Bloods, New Amsterdam, Little Voice and WeCrashed.

EMMA CHILDE MALTBY
Claire
Emma makes her ATC debut after appearing on stages across the country, including Actors Theatre of Louisville and Chicago’s Goodman Theatre. Her credits include The Wolves, Dracula, Pipeline, Angels in America and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, with recent screen work including The Electric State. taken in Arizona Theatre Company by @kurtakomedy

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Screenwriting Lesson: How to write a Screenplay
with an unlikeable Protagonist?

Script breakdown: Tony

#film #scriptwriting #screenplay #filmschool #teacher taken in Los Angeles, California by @kurtakomedy

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Craft Vs Capitalism?
Which is more Profitable?!

#producer #film #screenwriter #business #scriptwriting taken in Hollywood, California by @kurtakomedy

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Ever wonder what actually happens on the first day of rehearsal? 🎭
At Arizona Theatre Company, we start with a meet & greet and breakfast before hearing from our Artistic Director and Executive Director. Then, the director introduces the production and the vision for the show.
From there, the creative team takes us inside the world they’re building with presentations from our scenic and costume designers. We gather everyone together for the first official cast photo, and then it’s time for the moment we’ve all been waiting for: the cast sits down for the very first read-through of the play.
It’s a tradition we repeat with every production, and one of our favorite ways to officially begin bringing a story from the page to the stage.
Next stop: Proof on stage. 🎭
#ArizonaTheatreCompany #Proof #BehindTheScenes #TheatreLife #ArizonaArts taken in Arizona Theatre Company by @kurtakomedy

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First day of rehearsal for Proof!
Artistic Director Matt August is kicking off our 2026–27 season with an all-star cast, and we could not be more excited to get started.
Are you coming to see Proof? Are you joining us for the 2026–27 season?
Prove it. 😉 Tickets at the link in bio.
#ArizonaTheatreCompany #ATC #Proof #LiveTheatre #ArizonaArts taken in Arizona Theatre Company by @kurtakomedy

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