2010-2011 SEASON
Bent
by Martin Sherman
Directed by Richard Justice
The story begins in 1934 when Hitler’s purge of his Storm Troopers coincidentally led to the persecution of gays; and continues into 1936, when most of the world still had no idea that any concentration camps existed. The strength and significance of its message about tolerance, love, and human dignity got it nominated for both a Pulitzer and a Tony in 1980. Aug 13, 14, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28
A Skull in Connemara by Martin McDonagh
Directed by Krys Bailey
A Connemara man has the job of exhuming skeletons in an overcrowded graveyard. His next grave to exhume is of his wife he was accused of killing years before. The 2nd installment in the Leenane trilogy, this dark comedy is as cruel as it is humorous. Oct 8, 9, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23
The 3rd Annual Black Cat Ball is on October 30, 2010. This year's theme - "Beyond the Grave." $20 tickets, gratis to all season subscribers.
Uncle Dickie’s Holiday Extravaganza by Richard Justice
Directed by Richard Justice
This holiday variety show is sure to please as local theatre veteran, Richard Justice, drafts an all-star cast of performers from all disciplines of performance art to celebrate the holidays. Music, merriment, and holiday sentiment abound. Dec 3, 4, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18
The Good Father by Christian O’Reilly
Directed by Douglas Joiner
A romantic comedy of two people starting at the end of their relationship as they try to reach a new beginning. Tim and Jane are from different sides of the class divide, but after a random meeting at a New Year’s party leads to an unexpected pregnancy, they attempt to form a relationship. Feb 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 Cupid’s Cabaret Feb 14th
Glengarry Glen Ross by David Mamet
Directed by Krys Bailey
Real estate salesmen desperately vie for position in anticipation of the release of hot sales leads. Le Chat Noir takes on this celebrated play that has garnered a Pulitzer, a Tony, and an Olivier. Apr 8, 9, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23
Amadeus by Peter Shaffer
Directed by Douglas Joiner
This epic period piece portrays the remarkable and unremarkable lives of the composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. Mozart struggles with the ghost of his father while Salieri struggles with his envy. Jun 10, 11,17, 18, 23, 24, 25