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2001-2002
RAPTURE
October 31 – December
2, 2001
By Jeanne Marshall
Directed by Diana Denley
Political, social and
sexual intrigue in 17th
century Bologna
unfolds in this riveting story of Sister Lucrezia Vizzana, a composer
who left
an extraordinary musical legacy. Experience
the secret lives and sacred
music of this cloistered
community that dares to protect Lucrezia’s gift for music, while
competing with
the dark forces of the Inquisition. Consuming
passions and dangerous
conspiracies are interwoven with the
songs of ecstasy of a young nun. Can the
laws of the church prevent her from composing the music that emanates
from the
depths of her soul, the music that “sings with rapture?”
The
Thousandth Night
December 19, 2001 –
January 20, 2002
By Carol Wolf
With a remarkable
combination of humor and heartbreaking
poignancy, The Thousandth Night tells the story of Guy de Bonheur, an
actor
arrested in Paris
for presenting subversive material. Acclaimed
actor Ron Campbell recreates
his award-winning portrayal of
Guy de Bonheur and 38 characters from The Arabian Nights – from Ali
Baba to
Shaherazad. Set against the horror of
Nazi-occupied France,
this
virtuoso performance by Campbell
will transport you with his many voices, unlimited energy and amazing
versatility.
Harlem Rose 
January 30 – March 3,
2002
Written and Directed by
Thomas W. Jones II
Music Direction by
William Hubbard
Experience the words of
Langston Hughes, a great poet, and
the music of the era. The Harlem
Renaissance comes alive on stage with the help of Madame and Mister,
Jazz and
Bee Bop. The walls will vibrate with
music – blues, jazz and swing – all contributing to the energy and
excitement
of the times. A tribute to a poet of
extraordinary range who was also a compelling storyteller and one of
the most
influencial African American writers of the 20th century.
Sea Marks
April 3 – May 5, 2002
By Gardner
McKay
A study of power, passion and poetry. This
haunting story of an Irish fisherman
living on a remote island and a Welsh spinster in Liverpool
depicts the overwhelming strength of one’s roots. Two
people are connected through the power
and beauty of words while confronting the crushing power of the sea
that can
both liberate and imprison.
L.A. Drama Critics Circle
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