Beatrice is an independent film producer running a boutique studio. Sylvia is a scientist devoted to creating technology that can save the planet. Both women find themselves surrounded by chaos and confusion, especially when a being named Briar arrives and claims to want to help, but only offers strange tales and riddles to unravel. A Nimbus Theatre production, Brontide runs May 18-June 9 at the Crane Theater, 2303 Kennedy St. NE. Tickets: $5-$50 sliding scale, available at nimbustheatre.com.