Uptown Players brings back the hit one-person comedy Application Pending, starring BJ Cleveland, for a limited run August 20–30, 2026, at Theatre Three in Dallas. Written by Greg Edwards and Andy Sandberg, this laugh-out-loud satire dives into the frenzied world of kindergarten admissions at a prestigious Manhattan prep school. BJ Cleveland delivers a tour-de-force performance, portraying more than 40 eccentric characters in one unforgettable day of chaos, charm, and comic brilliance. Don’t miss this high-energy, smart, and side-splitting production that proves laughter is the best form of education.

Creative Team



Linda Leonard*

Director



Dennis Canright

Set Designer



Brevan Crawford

Lighting Designer



Suzi Cranford

Costume Designer



Brian Christensen

Sound Designer



Kennedy Smith

Properties Designer



Michael B. Moore

Hair/Makeup Designer

Other



B.J. Cleveland*



Test Artist*

Production Team



Dennis Canright

Master Carpenter



Rain Phillips

Stage Manager

* Member of Actors Equity Association, the union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. Through its agreement with Equity, this theatre has committed to the fair treatment of the actors and stage managers employed in this production.

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