Jonah Godfrey & Michael Amendola
Art for Young Audiences, Music, Puppetry, Theater
“What would you sacrifice for love?” Volpe & Líadan unearths the epic tale of two unlikely lovers on a perilous quest to steal a legendary Chrômivâl from the tyrannical shadow-lord Âyneråkt the Only. Part fantasy-heist, part fireside ballad, this immortal story of mortal sacrifice sings of shadows and stars, tricksters and beasts, and the consequences of reaching beyond one’s fate. Featuring the wordplay of Dóla the Bard, the music and direction of Jónah the Troubadour, and a seasoned ensemble of performers, the production weaves original folk song, puppetry, and stylized physical theater to summon an otherworld of magical creatures and unforgettable characters. Volpe & Líadan is recommended for ages 10 and up (including immortals). Content advisory: This production contains themes of death and mortality, and some moments of stylized fantasy violence.
NOTE: the 9/12 performance of this show has been canceled.
Cannonball is the largest hub of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, championing a revolutionary artist-led model that prioritizes equity, experimentation, and community connection. Now in its sixth year, Cannonball presents more than 100 artists across five stages, representing nearly 30 percent of the overall Philadelphia Fringe Festival. From rebellious circus and delicious dance to fearless theater and activist art, Cannonball pushes the boundaries of live performance while creating a vibrant, artist-centered ecosystem for independent performance makers and adventurous audiences alike.
PWYC Options $5+
Venue: Asian Arts Initiative Third Floor 
September 20, 2026 12.00pm
1219 Vine Street
General Admission: $25
PWYC Options
September 24, 2026 7.15pm
1219 Vine Street
General Admission: $25
PWYC Options
September 27, 2026 5.00pm
1219 Vine Street
General Admission: $25
PWYC Options
About the Artist
Director Jonah Godfrey (he/him) and Playwright Michael "Dola" Amendola (he/they) are Philadelphia-based theatermakers whose collaborative work blends music-driven storytelling, stylized physical theatre, and imaginative world-building. Both are graduates of the Pig Iron School's MFA program and draw from the well of embodied play, experimental ensemble creation, DIY stagecraft, and a mutual trickster spirit. Godfrey is a director, composer, actor, and sound designer whose Philadelphia credits include work with Pig Iron Theatre Company, Nicole Canuso Dance Company, Applied Mechanics, Sarah Sanford, and Bryn Mawr College. Amendola is a playwright, performer-creator, and educator who has performed with American Shakespeare Center, ZACH Theatre, and Drunk Shakespeare Off-Broadway, and is the founder of PLAY•JAM in Philadelphia. Together they have collaborated on The Bad Pirate Rock Show, MADCAP & BUSTY, and Dreaming the Upside-down Tree. They share a passion for new campfire plays inspired by stories that endure across generations—singing of heartbreak, wonder, and joy.
- Jonah GodfreyDirector & Music Director &Co-Producer jonahpgodfrey@gmail.com
- Michael "Dola" AmendolaPlaywright & Co-Producer michael.amendola.8@gmail.com
- Maddie RothStage Manager & Associate Producer
- Brooke ShillingPerformer
- Reb MartinPerformer
- Alexis Howland Performer
- Faysal Can DakniPerformer
- Graham CookPerformer
- Tina Huiping ZhongPerformer
- Jenavive BanesPerformer
- Rosie TabachnickCostume & Design Consultant
- Zee WorthingtonSound Designer
- Johnny Hurley Assistant Producer
- Patrick Burke & Jo Kramer Bailey & Ben CappShadow Puppet Contributors
Accessibility & Content Considerations
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This event is appropriate for ages 13+
Covid-19 Safety policy
This event does not require masks to be worn
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