4/20/99: A Story of Columbine

Salt Lake City | Philadelphia | Camden

Re-Opening: TBD

'4/20/99' is a 2 Act straight play that was created in 2017 by then twelfth grader, Autumn Marie Cazier. Since its debut in 2018, '4/20/99' has reached audiences across the country. In an artistic, honorable re-telling of the tragic events that occurred at Columbine High School on April 20th, 1999. "4/20/99" has been waitlisted in Seattle, Indianapolis and Salt Lake City and has appeared on local news, radio, and podcasts. “4/20/99” was one of the 2024 recipients of the Changemaker Youth Grant by the Pece E Bene Nonviolence Service, and is a 5 time BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City nominee.

"4/20/99: A Story of Columbine" is currently sponsored by the nonprofit Dream to Dance Dare to Dream

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Sypnosis:

"'4/20/99: A Story of Columbine', follows the before, during, and aftermath events regarding the 1999 Columbine High School Massacre. One of the deadliest acts of domestic terrorism in modern-day American history. Featuring the music of George Michael, Green Day and Berlin. Court statements, 'The Basement Tapes', journal entries, The Columbine Memorial, lesser known perspectives, and never before told information, of how an hour long act of terror at a suburban high school, changed the world forever. Join us for an artistic and memorialized experience as we tell the stories of those involved, help to provide a better understanding around the subject matter, and shed light on the school shooting epidemic that we are currently experiencing. Complete with an immersive experience within sound, interactive with the audience, realistic costuming, and 80% historical accuracy." (18+)

Instagram: @astoryofcolumbine

“There is No Rest for The Wicked”

Eric’s second monologue, taking place the early morning hours of April 20th.

Robyn Anderson’s second monologue- taking place post-tragedy.

A scene between Robyn Anderson and Devon Adams the evening of April 19, 1999.

The first Basement Tape related scene of four in the show. Based on the actual Basement Tapes transcript.

Act 1 Scene 10

They Alone Who Own the Youth Gain the Future

The second Basement Tape scene in the sequence, covers a combination of dialogue from the actual Basement Tapes transcript as well as Autumn Cazier’s own words. As Dylan and Eric continue to plan their attack, manipulating and deceiving everyone around them. These scenes show them as they are and the concoction of equally evil natures and ideations of teenage terrorism.

We do not support nor condone the actions of Eric and Dylan, but rather utilize our show for historical research and purposes. What have we as a society failed to learn from this tragedy- and how can we be better moving forward?

*4/20/99: A Story of Columbine is protected by The United States Copyright Office*

The Unofficial Teaser for “4/20/99: A Story of Columbine”

Are you located in the Philadelphia region? Come see our costumes and photos on display at Cherry Street Pier from June 5th-June 28th. Arrive at 11:30am on Saturday, June 20th to receive an exclusive Playbill from this run of the show- signed by the director.

*Some reviews about us over the years*

Sneak peek scene from our 2024 production

With replicated costume pieces, authentic casting, and vintage props. There’s nothing you can’t find in our production.

IG: @astoryofcolumbine

‘4/20/99: A Story of Columbine”

Is a full-length theatrical play production covering the events of the Columbine High School tragedy. Including The Basement Tapes, the Columbine Memorial, 911 phone calls, prom, lesser known perspectives and survivor testimonies, as a way to spread awareness on the gun violence epidemic.

We are a 5x BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Nominee, a 1x City Weekly Nominee, a 2024 Grant recipient, and a 2023 recipient of a brick from the Frank DeAngelis Foundation.