Heartbeat Theater™ Presents PROOF in January 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 19, 2025
Heartbeat Theater™ Presents Proof in January 2026
Easthampton, MA - Newly founded Heartbeat Theater announces its inaugural production: Proof, the Pulitzer Prize winning drama by David Auburn. Directed by Jason Rose-Langston, Proof opens January 16 in The Blue Room at CitySpace in Easthampton MA.
Set in the early 2000s, Proof is a commanding exploration of truth, authenticity and the fine line between brilliance and instability. Jumping between past and present, the story centers on the family of a recently deceased mathematical genius. Through moments of profound revelation, deep healing, bitter judgement and good humor, Proof examines how we reconcile grief, question the future and make peace with the legacy left behind.
“Proof confronts the burden of family legacy and how families can be torn apart by doubt and grief, only to discover deeper ties that bind,” says director Jason Rose-Langston. “The play examines the struggle to know oneself and the need we all have to be truly known by others.”
The cast features local talent, including former Ashfield Community Theater director William Spademan as Robert, a professor of mathematics at the University of Chicago. Kimberly Gaughan joins him as daughter and caretaker, Catherine. Anne Zager plays Catherine’s older sister, Claire. Shelton Windham rounds out the cast as Robert’s former student, Hal.
Heartbeat Theater's mission is to present simple, intimate productions of great plays -- one heartbeat in the evolution of human society passing ever forward its stories. The company is thrilled to present Proof, a timeless story of grief and reconciliation, as its first offering to Pioneer Valley audiences. Staged with intention in CitySpace’s Blue Room, Proof will have you laughing, crying, and reflecting throughout the performance.
Performance Schedule:
January 16, 17, 23 and 24 at 7:30pm
January 18 and 25 at 2:00pm
Tickets:
Available at heartbeattheater.org
Venue:
The Blue Room at CitySpace
43 Main Street
Easthampton, MA 01027
Press Inquiries:
Contact: Kimberly Gaughan, Marketing
Email: info@heartbeattheater.org
Publicity photos available upon request.
