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Michael Colucci 773-728-7529 November 1, 2011 PRESS
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OPUS By Michael Hollinger Directed by Jason W. Gerace, Associate Artistic Director, ATC Chicago premiere opens at Redtwist Theatre on Saturday, December 10, at 3pm THE PLAY Opus is the uniquely fascinating story about a world-class string quartet. The musical ensemble is in the midst of a bitter clash of wills between the two leaders of the group—one the artistic genius, the other, the business guru. One stays as the group leader and ousts the other. The replacement is a young woman, fresh out of school, and the evolution of the group takes several unexpected turns en route to a riveting conclusion. Featuring a bedrock of compelling "family" dynamics, Opus is a gripping piece of drama punctuated by a brilliant musical score. It was one of the most produced plays in the U.S. in 2009, and Redtwist has the Chicago premiere. THE CAST The cast includes Redtwist company member and Jeff Award-winner Brian Parry, along with Paul Dunckel, John Ferrick, Michael Sherwin, and Emily Tate. THE STAFF Jason W. Gerace (Director); Amy Szerlong (Assistant Director); Allison Queen (Stage Manager); Olivia Baker (Assistant Stage Manager); Justin Castellano (Tech Director); Eric Broadwater (Set Designer); Lauren Angelopoulos (Assistant Set Designer); Christopher Kriz (Sound Designer); Christopher Burpee (Lighting Designer); Joelle Beranek (Costume Designer); Mike Dunbar (Prop Designer); Cassandra Rose (Dramaturg); Zhanna Bullock (Music Coach); Mary Reynard Liss (Vocal Coach); Jan Ellen Graves (Graphic Design); Charles Bonilla (Box Office Manager); Johnny Garcia (Associate Producer); Michael Colucci & Jan Ellen Graves (Producers) THE SCHEDULE Opens: Saturday Dec. 10, 3:00pm (No evening performance on opening day) Regular Run: Thu, Fri, Sat 7:30pm, and Sun 3pm No Performances: Dec 24, Dec 25, & Jan 1 Note: There IS a performance New Year's Eve at 7:30pm Closes: Sunday, Jan 15 Running Time: Approximately 90 minutes; no intermission Previews: $15; Wed, Thu, Fri, Dec 7, 8, 9; 7:30pm Tickets: Thursdays, $25; Fridays & Sundays, $27; Saturdays, $30 (seniors & students $5 off) THE DETAILS Call: 773-728-7529 Email: reserve@redtwist.org Website/Tickets: www.redtwist.org Redtwist is located at 1044 W Bryn Mawr, 2 blks W of LSD, 2 blks E of the Red Line El station. Street parking (paybox/meters until 9pm) is available on Bryn Mawr, side streets, and Broadway. Please reserve 48 hours in advance. Credit cards accepted by phone and online to guarantee seating. |