THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF HEDDA GABLER

By Jeff Whitty
Directed by David M. Long
Sept. 29 - Oct. 9, 2011
Thursday - Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m.

From Tony Award-winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q) comes this crazy theatrical exploration of an imaginary universe where fictional characters remain, doomed to repeat their actions. Hedda Gabler keeps shooting herself, and her maid Mammy keeps having to clean up the mess. Tired of her selfish ways, Hedda sets off with some new-found friends for a full makeover. Featuring Equity guests Jill Blackwood, Jarrett King and David Stokey, this production will leave you laughing all the way home. No knowledge of Ibsen required.

“[C]elebrates creation and creativity...in a mad invention that is as fascinating as it is funny” — Theatretimes.org

THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF HEDDA GABLER is recommended for mature audiences.  The play contains stong language and adult humor.

Read a review of the show from Austin360 here.

A LIE OF THE MIND

By Sam Shepard
Directed by Jared J. Stein
Nov. 10 - 20, 2011
Thursday - Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m.

From Pulitzer Prize-winner Sam Shepard comes a searing examination of family relationships and the illusory nature of redemptive love. Two families united by the marriage of their children are ripped apart when a man violently beats his wife and leaves her for dead. The long road to healing forces all skeletons from their hiding places, and serves as a vehicle for a deep, haunting and darkly humorous exploration of love, loss, and the American landscape. A poignant drama from the 'Bard of The American West.'  Featuring Equity guests Sheila Gordon, Bernadette Nason and Rod Porter.

“[A] savage love ballad...of black anomie and blacker humor.” — New York Theatre

A LIE OF THE MIND is recommended for mature audiences.

THE CRUCIBLE

By Arthur Miller
Directed by Michelle Polgar
Feb. 16 - 26, 2012
Thursday - Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m.

Morality and reason take a back seat to hysteria and public violence in the charged landscape of 17th century Salem, Massachusetts. Growing accusations of witchcraft place every man, woman and child in peril. When neighbor is pitted against neighbor, even reading a book may be cause for condemnation. Against this backdrop, John Proctor must wrestle his own demons, knowing that his life and the life of the woman he loves hang in the balance. The Crucible has burned into the American psyche and continues to ignite our senses today. Featuring Equity guests David Long, David Stahl and Robin Grace Thompson.

“[A] timeless drama” — Variety

Read the Austin Chronicle review of THE CRUCIBLE: http://www.austinchronicle.com/arts/2012-02-24/the-crucible/

THE SPITFIRE GRILL

Book and Music by James Valcq, Lyric and Book by Fred Alley
Based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff
Directed by Ev Lunning, Jr.
April 19 - 29, 2012
Thursday - Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.

Percy Talbot arrives in a small Wisconsin town after 5 years in prison, ready to make a fresh start. When her parole officer helps her land a job in the local diner, Percy can have no idea that she has just taken the first step on a road to redemption for herself and reawakening for her community. A heartwarming tale, graced with a folksy score, The Spitfire Grill celebrates fortitude, community and the strength of one person to make a difference. Curtainup calls it "a slice of Americana, a modern folk-tale." Featuring Equity guests Amparo Garcia and Jarret Mallon.

"A deep and enriching evening of theatre.” — NYTheatre

PERFORMANCE DATES/TIMES

All plays run Thursday - Saturday evenings at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2 PM. The MMNT box office opens one hour prior to curtain and the auditorium opens for seating 30 minutes before the designated start time. All seats are reserved. Concessions are available in the lobby prior to the performance and during intermission. All performances take place at the Mary Moody Northen Theatre on the St. Edward's University main campus. For a campus map, please click here.

For more information, or to be added to the MMNT mailing list, please contact Mary Moody Northen Theatre, or call the MMNT box office at 512-448-8484.