Orlando Shakespeare Theater Presents Laugh-out-loud Comedy God Of Carnage

PRLog (Press Release) - Aug 03, 2011 - Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF (OST) continues its 2011-2012 Signature Series with Yasmina Reza's 2009 Tony Award-winning play, GOD OF CARNAGE, playing October 12 through November 13, 2011 on the Goldman Stage. Under the direction of Orlando Shakes Associate Director of New Play Development, Mark Routhier, two high-strung couples battle each other in a hilarious 90-minute brawl hailed as a "four-way prize fight" by The New York Times.

Alan Raleigh and his wife Annette visit the apartment of Michael and Veronica Novak for what they believe will be a civilized discussion about a playground fight between their two sons. The meeting degenerates into irrational arguments and the loaded topics of misogyny, racial prejudice and homophobia. Insults fly, spouses turn on spouses and new alliances are created in this theatrical event The New Yorker called "ninety minutes of sustained mayhem."

Originally Le Dieu du Carnage in French, Reza's play was first produced in English in London in March 2008 where it won the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy. GOD OF CARNAGE also enjoyed critical acclaim on Broadway, playing for 476 performances and winning the Tony, Outer Critics Circle and Drama League awards for Best Play. A film adaptation, directed by Roman Polanski and starring Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz, is currently in production in Paris.

The artistic team also includes Robbin Watts (Scenic Designer), Denise R. Warner (Costume Designer), Kevin Griffin (Lighting Designer), Britt Sandusky (Sound Designer), and George Hamrah (Stage Manager).

GOD OF CARNAGE is made possible by LarsonAllen LLP. Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is supported by United Arts of Central Florida with funds from the United Arts campaign and by State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council.

WHAT
GOD OF CARNAGE
Written by Yasmina Reza |Translated by Christopher Hampton
Directed by Mark Routhier

WHERE
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in the Goldman Theater
Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803

WHEN
October 12 – November 13, 2011 – ON SALE NOW!

DATES AND PRICES
Wednesday and Thursday at 7pm - all seats $20, $28, $34
Friday and Saturday at 8pm – all seats $26, $32, $38
Sunday at 2pm – all seats $20, $28, $34

DISCOUNTS
Group Sales: 10% off groups of 10-19 / 20% off groups of 20+, ext. 265
Student Rush: $10 - 30 minutes prior to show w/ valid student ID
Military/Student Price: $10 off single ticket prices

ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
Preview Nights:    October 12 and 13 at 7pm - all seats $16
Opening Night:    October 14 at 8pm - all seats $26, $32, $38
Dates & Times:    Wednesday and Thursday at 7pm - all seats $20, $28, $34
Friday and Saturday at 8pm – all seats $26, $32, $38
Sunday at 2pm – all seats $20, $28, $34
Senior Matinee:    October 19 and 26, November 2 and 9 at 2pm  - all seats $15
$20 Under 30:    October 21 at 8PM
Chat Back:       October 27 at 7PM
Caption Display:    November 13 at 2PM

Single tickets and Season Flex Passes are available by calling (407) 447-1700 or online at http://orlandoshakes.org and in person at the Box Office located inside the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando’s Loch Haven Cultural Park.

WEBSITE:
Please visit http://www.orlandoshakes.org/pr for recent press releases, more information about the cast, and upcoming special events. Please contact Melissa Mason, Director of Marketing at 407-447-1700 ext. 215 or melissam@orlandoshakes.org for further details or to arrange for individual interviews.

PHOTO CREDITS:
Production photos will be online by October 13, 2011 at http://www.flickr.com/orlandoshakes.

Now celebrating its 23rd season, Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF has grown into one of the region’s most acclaimed Equity theaters producing bold professional theater in Central Florida. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Jim Helsinger and Managing Director Shannon Lacek, Orlando Shakespeare Theater continues to achieve the highest standards, while preserving its artistic and cultural legacy. Through PlayFest! The Harriett Lake Festival of New Plays, Orlando Shakespeare Theater is nationally recognized for its contribution to the development of new plays. Orlando Shakes also provides innovative educational experiences through its youth education programming, serving over 25,000 young people, families, and schools annually.

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