Performances | 2008
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
Saturday, July 12th at 2:00pm
When phosphorescent beams of passion mingle with the dark mysteries of
the Athenian Wood, the resulting alchemy dares those under its
influence to take risks not ordinarily embraced. Young lovers, an
honest tradesman with theatrical aspirations, and a fairy queen
feverishly pursue each other through a love potion-fueled night. You’re
invited to OSF newcomer Mark Rucker’s moonlit party—a dance-filled,
joy-filled, youthful, funny take on midsummer magic.
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Our Town
Sunday, July 13th and 8:30pm
OSF presents a landmark production of this American favorite where it
belongs—under the stars. Although daily life in this small town looks
pretty humdrum, powerful currents—love, disappointment, joy,
heartbreak—transform ordinary lives into something extraordinary. Call
it a sense of the eternal or just the ties that bind us in the human
adventure. Director Chay Yew distills this beloved classic down to its
astounding, uncertain, joyous essence. If you think you’ve been to
Grovers Corners, it’s time to revisit. |
You will have the opportunity to see:
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Coriolanus
Friday, July 11th at 8:30pm
Bred for the battlefield, Coriolanus is out of his league back in the Roman Senate, where leaders pursue their own agendas and the people are mad as hell. He can’t control his contempt and won’t compromise to save his life. Literally. Blame Volumnia, whose mother’s milk fed him heroism, but not humanity. Food for thought as we near our next presidential election. Laird Williamson’s expansive vision moves Shakespeare’s tragedy into the intimate New Theatre—up-close and personal. PLU 1997 alumnus Danforth Comins plays Coriolanus in this epic play.
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The Comedy of Errors
Friday, July 11th at 8:30pm
OSF pre disappointment, joy,
heartbreak—transform ordinary lives into something extraordinary. Call
it a sense of the eternal or just the ties that bind us in the human
adventure. Director Chay Yew distills this beloved classic down to its
astounding, uncertain, joyous essence. If you think you’ve been to
Grovers Corners, it’s time to revisit. |
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Othello
Saturday, July 12th at 8:30pm
The Moor Othello, a celebrated general but also an outsider, shares a boundless love with Desdemona, a Venetian aristocrat. Defying her family and social convention, they marry. Enter Othello’s military aide, who nurses a vengeful hate for his commander. The deceitful Iago plants seeds of envy that lead to catastrophe for Othello and Desdemona, and their perfect union comes tragically unraveled. Lisa Peterson’s muscular Shakespeare interpretation boils over with fury, sexual heat and consuming passions.
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The Clay Cart
Saturday, July 12th at 8:30pm
Bursting with music and dance, color, action, and romance, this 2,000-year-old Indian classic—utterly Shakespearean in spirit—proves that great storytelling transcends the centuries. Jewels are stolen. A Brahmin faces execution. A beautiful courtesan is at the mercy of the King’s bad-boy brother. Journey through a world where gamblers, holy men, political fugitives and royal scoundrels intersect and good people triumph. Don’t miss new Artistic Director Bill Rauch’s sensual and celebratory opening-season gift.
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A few tickets are available for:
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sunday, July 13th at 2:00pm
Minerva’s family is a hotbed of appetites. For Minerva, it’s Sno Balls
and pork rinds. For Alice, it’s men. Minerva’s husband gorges on
sports, and Alice’s latest flame is obsessed with being a cop. Funny
thing, though, as Minerva outgrows her clothes, she outsizes her life
too. Director Tracy Young brings her maverick energy to this surreal
and surprising comedy. Life is a carnal and spiritual banquet, and
Alfaro’s new work takes a big, yummy bite out of it. (Strong language
and mature themes)
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Please go to www.osfashland.org for
more information on each play.
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