Arthalia presents
The Bald Soprano
by Eugene Ionesco - directed by Paolo Coruzzi
By the 1960s, The Bald Soprano by Eugene Ionesco had already been recognized as a modern classic and an important seminal work in the Theatre of the Absurd.
The Smith’s are a traditional couple from London who have invited another couple, the Martinez’s, over for a visit. They are joined later by the Smiths' maid, Mary, and the local Fire Chief, who is also Mary's lover. The two families engage in meaningless banter, telling stories and relating nonsensical poems. Like many plays in the theatre of the absurd genre, the underlying theme of The Bald Soprano is not immediately apparent but with this production we’ll follow the main interpretation underlining the futility of meaningful communication in modern society, all the artificial aspects of our behaviours and the superficiality of modern relationships. Jonathan Grist, Batel Israel, Tania Seron, Israel Ruiz, Sarudzayi Marufu, London Taylor. Produced by Paolo Coruzzi and Kashyap Raja Music by Paolo Coruzzi The Bald Soprano |
Sunday 9th July at 7.30pm
Monday 10th July at 7.30pm Tickets: £10 | Concessions: £7
Running Time: 80 minutes 18+. Ticket purchases are non refundable. Concession prices apply to students; under 18s; pensioners; those on disability and unemployment benefits; Equity, BECTU & SDUK members; Portico Places cardholders. As a young venue we are still upgrading and developing the space, any additional donations are much appreciated and will be used towards improving the theatre even further and keeping the venue going in the long-term. |
