Irish Rep Announces The Extension Of ARISTOCRATS Thru 3/29

The Irish Repertory Theatre has announced that it will extend it's highly successful run of Brian Friel's ARISTOCRATS until March 29, 2009. The production is directed by Charlotte Moore.

Aristocrats. One of the most distinctive voices in contemporary Irish theater, master storyteller, Brian Friel is at the top of his form with this touching story of a once powerful and aristocratic family in its days of decline. In the author's most Chekovian play, he examines the Ballybeg "Big House" both in its remembered heyday and in the era of a heartbreaking social change. Dark memories invade the family gathered for the wedding of the youngest sister as the family tries to escape the seriousness of their situation and the difficult life that awaits each of them as they follow separate paths. Glorious Chopin melodies accompany the memories of the past and the realities of the present as the language flirts with lyricism and skepticism that Friel balances with his particular genius.

The cast features Orlagh Cassidy, Rufus Collins, Sean Gormley, Lynn Hawley, John Keating, Laura Odeh, Ciarán O'Reilly, and Geddeth Smith.

Set Design is by James Morgan, Costume Design by Linda Fisher, Lighting Design by Brian Nasson, Sound Design by Zachary Williamson, and Wig and Hair Design by Robert-Charles Vallance. The Stage Manger is Pamela Brusoski. Assistant Stage Manager is Janice M. Brandine, Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director, Ciarán O'Reilly, Producing Director, Jeff Chrzczon, General Manager.

Performances are Wednesday - Saturday at 8 PM., Matinees are Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 3 PM.

Tickets to ARISTOCRATS are on sale now. Ticket prices are $65 and $55. Tickets can be purchased by calling (212) 727-2737 or at the box office prior to each performance. The Irish Repertory Theatre is located at 132 West 22nd Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues. For more information, visit www.irishrep.org.