MOLIERE’S
THE MISANTHROPE
ADAPTED BY MARTIN CRIMP
April 24th - May 26th, 2013
A celebrated playwright uses his acerbic wit and scathing critiques to unleash his discontent at humanity. Unsettled by his movie actress girlfriend’s continued flirtation with other men, he suggests running away and starting a new life free from the superficiality, hypocrisy, and immorality of modern society. Celebrated British playwright Martin Crimp (ATTEMPTS ON HER LIFE, THE COUNTRY, IN THE REPUBLIC OF HAPPINESS) moves Molière’s social satire from 17th century France to 21st century London, sharpening the bite of one of the world’s most controversial and humorous playwrights.
REVIEWS
“Moliere’s playful insight shines through, especially in the final scene, set at a 17th-century France fancy dress party (wink wink).”
- Phindie
“Quintessence Theatre's playful new production brings out all the poetry and perceptiveness in Crimp's words.”
- Talkin’ Broadway
ENSEMBLE
John Williams
Alceste
Daniel Fredrick
John
Sean Close
Covington
Mattie Hawkinson*
Jennifer
Sonja Field
Ellen
Christopher Burke*
Julian
Ames Adamson*
Alexander
Khris Davis
Simon / Messenger
E. Ashley Izard
Maricia
CREATIVE TEAM
Alexander Burns
Director
David Sexton
Light Design
Jane Casanave
Costume Design
Steven Cahill
Sound Design
Ian Rose
Fight Direction
Janet Pilla
Choreography
Carolyn Fast
PSM