Blackfriars Theatre Presents THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP
Blackfriars Theatre, a not-for-profit, professional theatre on Rochester's East Main Street "Theatre Row," has announced the opening of "The Mystery Of Irma Vep (A Penny Dreadful Comedy), by Charles Ludlam.
This definitive spoof of Gothic melodramas is a quick change marathon, in which two actors play all the roles. A sympathetic werewolf, a vampire, and an Egyptian princess brought to life when her tomb is opened, it led the NY Daily News to declare it as "Lunatic fun that keeps you in stitches."
"The Mystery Of Irma Vep," stars Jake Purcell and Ed Popil, and is directed by Danny Hoskins.
Direction and costume design are by John Haldoupis, and lighting design and stage management are by Ted Plant.
Production dates are: Saturday, October 22, 29, November 5, at 8pm, Friday, October 28, November 4 at 8pm, Sunday, October 23, 30 at 2pm, Thursday, October 27, November 3 at 7:30pm, and Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30pm.
Ticket prices are as follows:
$27.00 Adult/$25.00 Senior/$17 Student - Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday
Blackfriars Theatre is located at 795 East Main Street, Just a few doors down from the Auditorium Theatre. There is parking available on site, and handicapped seating is available.
MasterCard, Visa, and Discover are available at no additional charge.
For information and reservations, please call 454-1260. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.bftix.com If available, tickets can be purchased at the door beginning one-hour prior to performance. Box Office hours are Monday thru Friday, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Saturdays, noon to 4:00 pm. For more information regarding Blackfriars Theatre, please visit their website at www.blackfriars.org.
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