Before Time Runs Out

It’s twenty-two years in the future, and honeybees are nearly extinct except for those kept alive inside of labs. Zora is overqualified for her new job at one of these labs, but she’s there because she loves bees—or what is left of them. When an unfortunate incident leads to a boost in the bees’ numbers, Zora and her coworker Pilar have to decide just how far they’re willing to go to keep the population growing.


An unsettling and sharp-witted cautionary tale, The Apiary warns that the key to protecting each other and the planet is right in front of us, if only we would listen.


This production is part of our Studio Series. Performances will take place on the 3rd Floor of the Oster Regent Theatre with limited, General Admission tickets. 25-26 FLEX Passes cannot be applied.


Content Warning: Show contains disturbing themes; parental guidance advised.

Performance Times:

  • Fri, April 24 at 7:00PM
  • Sat, April 25 at 7:00PM
  • Sun, April 26 at 2:00PM

Run Time:

Approx. 1hr, 30min with a 15min intermission

Box Office Information:

  • Online: Buy Tickets HERE.
  • In-Person: Box Office is open M-F from 12-4PM and 2hrs before each performance.
  • Phone: Call 319-277-5283

Meet the Cast

Zora -  Kat Beane Hanson

Pilar-  Ulyana Karplyuk

Gwen - Emily Eisenman

Cece/Kara/Anna/Bryn - Bethany Nelson

Featured Dancer - Sarah Seaba

Meet the Creative Team

Director - Kim Groninga

Stage Manager - Maria Kuiper

Lighting / Scenic Design - Noah McLaughlin

Sound Design - Matthew Hundley

Costume / Hair & Makeup Design - Marty Levendusky

Props Head - Max Lange