North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach
TARTUFFE
By Molière
Translated into English verse by Richard Wilbur
Through April 7 (NOW EXTENDED)
Directed by Richard Baird
Featuring: Kandis Chappell, Shanté DeLoach, Rogelio Douglas III, Bo Foxworth, Katie Karel, Melanie Lora, Kate Rose Reynolds, Bruce Turk, Jared Van Heel, and Christopher M. Williams
Molière’s TARTUFFE, acknowledged as one of the most enduring comedic masterpieces in the theatrical canon, is given an astonishingly clever translation by two-time Pulitzer Prize poet Richard Wilbur. The charlatan Tartuffe worms his way into a wealthy family causing disruption and pandemonium. With wicked precision and brilliantly rhyming verses, this highly satiric comedy skewers religious hypocrisy, duplicity, lust, and self-inflicted chaos. Lovers of classic theatre and ingenious wordplay will not want to miss this inventively entertaining evening. This exciting take on a classic is not to be missed!
World Premiere
SENSE OF DECENCY
By Jake Broder
Based on the book The Nazi and the Psychiatrist by Jack El-Hai
April 17 – May 12
Directed by David Ellenstein
Featuring: Frank Corrado, Brendan Ford, and Lucy Davenport
Jake Broder has crafted a surprise-filled exploration into what makes us tick, filled with unexpected revelations, magic, and insight. A world premiere theatrical foray into this historical meeting promises intrigue and theatrical sparks. After WWII ended, the Nuremberg trials began. Hermann Göring was the highest-ranking Nazi alive. American Army psychiatrist Dr. Douglas M. Kelley was tasked with interviewing him extensively and keeping him fit for trial. What happened in that fateful room resulted in profound and unexpected consequences for both men. Dramatic gold.
CAMELOT
Based on The Once and Future King by T.H. White
Book & Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Music by Frederick Loewe
May 29 – June 23
Original Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart
Book Adapted by David Lee
New Orchestrations by Steve Orich
Directed by Jeffrey B. Moss
Prepare for an evening of enchantment in CAMELOT, brilliantly adapted for intimate theatres. Written by Lerner & Loewe, this Tony Award-winning fairy-tale musical resounds with such memorable songs as, “I Loved You Once in Silence,” “If Ever I Would Leave You,” and the title song, “Camelot.” Based on the King Arthur legend, it features the iconic characters King Arthur, Guenevere, Sir Lancelot, and the Knights of the Round Table. This epic story centers on the quest for democracy, justice, and the tragic struggle between passion, aspiration, and kingdoms. Transport yourself to a world of romance, revelry, and magic.
DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER
By Marc Camoletti
Adapted by Robin Hawdon
July 17 – August 11
Directed by Christopher Williams
The most requested return engagement of the past twenty years, DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER is written in the style of a classic French farce, full of mistaken identities, rapid-fire dialogue, and unexpected twists. Witty dialogue, funny sight gags and a touch of slapstick are just a few ingredients that make DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER simmer into action. Playwright Marc Camoletti’s recipe for comedic confusion combines some sexy hanky-panky, mistaken identity, and, of course, dinner in a French country house. Audiences will be laughing from start to finish at the antics of these lovable (and sometimes not-so-lovable) characters. Don’t miss this deliciously hilarious night of theatre.
