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The Good Woman of Setzuan
Come and see the re-imagining of Bertolt Brecht's play, The Good Woman of Setzuan.
When:
June 18, 2010 12:00am to July 17, 2010 12:00am
Where
The Open Fist Theatre Company is presenting THE GOOD WOMAN OF SETZUAN, written by Bertolt Brecht, directed by Charles Otte with original music by Elizabeth Swados (who wrote the Broadway hit RUNAWAYS). This re-imagined version of Brecht’s classic play is alternately humorous and shocking in it look at how society deals with poveriy and philanthropy. Set in an imaginary city in Setzuan in the pre-communist China between world wars, the play explores themes of good and evil; love and betrayal; and male/female identity. Although serious in it essence, Brecht uses song, dance and style to create and ofter humorous and always provocative look at how humanity deals with love, money and social injustice.
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM; Doors open 1 hour prior to event. Street parking only and Saturday night is more difficult than usual., so give yourself extra time on Saturday night. On Stage smoking.
Cost:
$25 for Adults, $20 for Students and Seniors 65+
Event Website URL:
Phone Number:
(323) 882-6912
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