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WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE'SLEARA Viking king of Britain has decided to retire, passing on the responsibilities of leadership to her daughters, but in doing so loses her power and can’t see that she’s been deceived by them until it’s too late.
This gender-bent casting explores the bond between the mother and her children. Themes of familial love, deception, and the quest for reconciliation will launch audiences into one of Shakespeare’s most tragic tales of loss. |
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GEORGE BERNARD SHAW'SSAINT JOANSet in 15th century France, Saint Joan follows a country girl whose mysterious visions propel her into elite circles. When the nation’s rulers become threatened by her popularity and influence, they unite to bring her down and she finds herself on trial for her life. This timeless and powerful play dramatizes the limits of an individual in a society dominated by overwhelming political and religious forces.
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