Maryville College Theatre, 2007- 2008
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winfield
October 25, 26, 27 at 8:00 p.m. and October 28 at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Gym
London’s longest-running comedy condenses all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays into a 90-minute tour-de-farce. This witty, irreverent send-up of one of literature’s greatest icons is sure to please. Three actors lead the audience through a Monty-Python-style thrill ride that combines pop culture, cross-dressing, audience participation, rap, and sock puppets with the timeless tales of the Bard.
Hilarious. Irreverent. Witty.
“If you like Shakespeare, you’ll like this show. If you hate Shakespeare, you’ll LOVE this show!” –The Today Show
How I Learned to Drive
By Paula Vogel
November 15, 16, and 17 at 8:00 p.m. and November 18 at 2:00 p.m.
Location: The Chilhowee Club
This Pulitzer Prize winning play is a wildly funny, surprising and devastating tale of survival as seen through the lens of a troubling relationship between a young girl and an older man. As a grown woman, Lil’ Bit reflects on her experiences growing up with a neglectful mother, a hateful grandfather, and an all-too-attentive uncle.
Sweet. Disturbing. Wildly Funny.
“Ms. Vogel has written a lovely, harrowing guide to the crippling persistence of one woman’s memories.” –The New York Times
“This is, quite simply, the sweetest and most forgiving play ever written about child abuse.” –The Village Voice
The School for Wives
By Molière, Translated and Adapted by J. Riley Bryant and Richard H. Seay, Jr.
March 6, 7, and 8 at 8:00 p.m. and March 9 at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Gym
Arnolphe has raised young Agnes to be the perfect wife for him, teaching her only the things that a woman should know: sewing, praying, and serving him. But as their wedding day grows near, Arnolphe’s careful plan unravels as innocent Agnes falls in love—with someone else! The battle of the sexes has never been funnier as when Arnolphe rants and Agnes swoons in this hysterical farce.
Pithy. Bright. Classic.
An Evening of One-Act Plays
April 24, 25 and 26 at 8:00 and April 27 at 2:00.
Location: Alumni Gym
This assortment of student-directed work is sure to run the gamut of all things theatrical. From serious to silly, these plays will showcase the actors and directors of tomorrow. You can say you knew them when…
Fun. Fresh. Free.
For more information, including ticket prices, call 981-8161
