Shapeshifter

Watch the live video recording of the 2025 Valdez production.

Shapeshifter – a new play by Kyle Walker

A nature hike that turns to terror when a group of friends gets stranded at an abandoned stamp mill in Valdez, Alaska. Friendship, loyalty, and reality are called into question when they become prey to a mysterious Alaskan shapeshifter. It is a pulse-pounding horror/thriller that exposes those who seek to shape and be shaped by Alaska.

Production photos of the 2025 premiere of Shapeshifter at the Valdez Civic Center Theater

“Broadway, step aside; Alaska’s very own Kyle Walker has crafted an exceptional play that weaves together native legends and contemporary themes. This modern performance not only pays homage to the rich cultural heritage of Alaska’s indigenous people but also addresses the customary nonverbal courtesies they extend to one another.

The cast delivers powerful performances, fully embodying their characters while seamlessly integrating the native language into their dialogue. Their execution is both authentic and impactful, enhancing the overall experience of the play.

Set in a shrinking oil town surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, the story unveils the complexities of the characters’ personalities as they confront the challenge of legends manifesting in reality. As the characters grapple with these profound encounters, their values and relationships come into question, creating a thought-provoking narrative that resonates deeply with the audience.”

Diane Selanoff
Alutiiq/Sugpiaq elder

Cast

Keriann Gilson – LAUREL

Alexis Lumba – ELEANOR

Alex Dishaw – COOPER

Kerra Apolo – JORDAN

Carl Oberg – MURPHY

Reggie Radotich – BART

Crew

Kyle Walker – Director/Writer

Jennifer Christoffersen – Stage Manager

Jay Stevens – Producer

Todd M. Lewis – Sound Design/Original Music

Don Bickley – Videographer & Editor

Cherise Beatus – Photography

Kyle Walker – Lighting Design & Backdrop Projections

Justin Volker – Tech Crew

Enchanted Media & Vecteezy – Additional Graphics

Special Thanks

Diane Selanoff

Kristin Ravary

Heidi Franke

AJ Moyer

Jenny Kelly

Breanna Odencrans

Dennis Humphrey

Donna Walsh Schantz

Cherie Knuteson

Dom Lumba

Sonja Mishmash

Molly Walker

Tommy Lopez

Jessica Curtis

Caren Oberg

Abby Ferrara

Valdez Consortium Library

Robert Smith

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