Looking for some fun theatre this weekend? Check out CU Theatre’s Black Comedy!
A 90-minute farce staged under a reversed lighting scheme:
The action begins in the dark until a short circuit occurs, illuminating the stage to reveal the characters in a “blackout.” Only the audience can see what’s really happening – a chaotic, disastrous and frantic romp with unexpected visitors, mistaken identities and surprises lurking in every dark corner!
Brindsley, a young sculptor, and his debutante fiancee Carol have borrowed some expensive, antique furniture from his neighbor Harold’s flat without his permission in order to impress an elderly millionaire art collector coming to view Brindsley’s work, and Carol’s father, Colonel Melkett. When the power fails, Harold returns early, and Brindsley’s ex-girlfriend, Clea, shows up unexpectedly, things slide into disaster for him.
Written by: Peter Shaffer
Directed by: Jennifer Hunter
Cast:
Brindsley Miller – Josiah Duff
Carol Melkett – Laura Barbieri
Miss Furnival – Paige Bourne
Colonel Melkett – Brandon Alberda
Harold Gorringe – Kris Roop
Schuppanzigh – Matt Praschan
Clea – Anna Van Hoff
Production Information and Dates:
April 4, 5, 10, 11 & 12, 2014 • 7:30 p.m. | April 6, 2014 • 2:30 p.m.
Matthews Performing Arts Center, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary | 3000 Leonard NE | Grand Rapids, Mich.
Tickets:
$12 adults | $10 students/seniors | $5 CU students (must present valid ID) Go to Cornerstone’s website for more information on tickets.
Special Events:
Alumni Reception – Friday, April 11. Connect with fellow alumni during intermission while enjoying refreshments that take their cues from “Black Comedy.”
Friday Night Talk Back – April 11. The directors, cast, crew and production staff give you insider information on the show.
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