Red Lab Productions to present The Georgian-American Theatrical Feast

Red Lab Productions (Boris Akunin's Hamlet. A Version) will present the Georgian-American Theatrical Feast, a festival of new works written by playwrights from the Republic of Georgia translated into English, July 13-August 6 at Teatro Circulo (64 East 4th Street between 2nd Avenue and Bowery). Tickets ($18) are available in advance at www.redlabproductions.org.

Georgia (the country, not the state) is a small Republic on the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Already becoming known in America for its culinary delights, Georgia is also home to a thriving and innovative theatre community. The Georgian-American Theatrical Feast aims to introduce American audiences to nine playwrights from this unique corner of the world. Featuring two full productions and seven free readings, all never-before-seen in America, along with special events, wine, and music, this festival promises rich, intense, funny, and strikingly relevant flavors to spice up the theatrical summer.

Produced by Red Lab Productions with generous support from Otar Margania. The Georgian-American Theatrical Feast is made possible in part with public funds from Creative Engagement, supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and administered by Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. LMCC.net.

Navigator in Love World Premiere Written by Lasha Bugadze, Directed by Adam Knight Thu 7/13, Fri 7/14, Sat 7/15, Sat 7/22, Wed 7/26, Thu 7/27, Fri 7/28, Fri 8/4 & Sat 8/5 @ 8pm Sun 7/16, Sun 7/23 & Sun 8/6 @ 3pm Rostom just got a promotion - and a company car equipped with the latest GPS technology. But when the automated directions veer off the map and into to the holes in Rostom's personal life, he must choose between stark reality and virtual intimacy. A love story - for tomorrow. Winner of the 2012 BBC World Drama Award for Best International Play. Directed by Adam Knight (Naperville with Slant Theatre; Lawrence Dial's In The Room).

A Toy Gun American Premiere Written by Tamar Bartaia, Directed by Becky Baumwoll Thu 7/20, Fri 7/21, Sat 7/29, Wed 8/2 & Thu 8/3 @ 8pm, Sun 7/30 @ 3pm Two lives, one encounter that changes both irrevocably. An intimately theatrical tale of a famous actor and a promising singer as they grow up and grow old in a country haunted by a war and held down by history. A story of parallel lives - and of an attraction that transcends time and space. Directed by Becky Baumwoll (See Reverse with Broken Box Mime).
Readings - FREE Admission

War Mother Written by Data Tavadze Monday, July 17 @ 4pm In a war-torn land, two women wait on their loved ones to return home. But the town itself is ill shelter for the conflict residing within each character in this dark exploration of human nature.
Pilon Written by Rezo Kldiashvili Tuesday, July 18 @ 4pm A graveyard in suburban California holds a secret of a soldier's past - one that demands a pilgrimage to the Caucasus. A new interpretation of George Steinbeck's novel Tortilla Flat, seen through the prism of magical realism.

Friends Written by Nestan Kvinikadze Monday, July 24 @ 4pm Maria and Nana work odd jobs to scrape by, which is why they're stuck taking care of a bedridden woman and her cat. But when a gigolo keeps showing up and a death offers a chance for a payday - what are two friends to do?

On The Eagle's Wings Written by Guram Batiashvili Tuesday, July 25 @ 4pm The newly-formed state of Israel is beset on all sides by enemies. With war looming and allied commitments faltering, a long sought-after Nazi war criminal is smuggled to Israel for a trial. Will this bring justice - or open fresh wounds?

On The Latch Written by Basa Janikashvili Monday, July 31 @ 4pm A prosecutor's office in a land of totalitarian rule. A citizen barges in demanding to be arrested - for having committed no crime. A satirical look at guilt and suspicion when living in a police state. Is freedom its own prison?

Iron Curtain Written by Dato Turashvili Tuesday, August 1 @ 4pm The border of two countries at war. A volleyball match played between soldiers determines the constantly shifting lines of nations - and sparks a romance. Can love between neighbors exist beyond the barbed wire?

Liv Stein Written by Nino Haratischwili Tuesday, August 3 @ 4pm Classical music and dark passions entwine in this lush, shadow-strewn play about a renowned, reclusive pianist and her new student.

Special Events
Putin's Mother Written by Lasha Bugadze, Directed by Irina Gachechiladze Sunday, July 16 @ 7pm What if the mother of Russia's most powerful man is simply a poor soul from the Caucasus? Putin's Mother is a solo piece about a forgotten woman with a remarkable claim. But can a mother unconditionally love a monster? Based on true events. Followed by a special music performance

Diary of a Dress Written by Tamar Bartaia Sunday, July 30 @ 7pm The secret life of a beautiful object - revered and caressed, then tossed and left in the closet. A memoir filled with music and sensation propelled by the women who wear her. What remains, and what is gone with time? Followed by a special music performance

RED LAB PRODUCTIONS is an international collective dedicated to cultural diplomacy through art and performance. Led by Artistic Director Irina Gachechiladze, Red Lab has performed in four countries in traditional and non-traditional venues, driven by a commitment to cultural cross-pollination of artists and audience. NYC productions include the World Premiere of Boris Akunin's Hamlet. A Version (Theatre at St. Clements) and Chekhov's The Seagull (TheatreLab). International productions include: Don Giovanni (National Armenian Opera); Eugene Onegin (Marjanishvili Theater, Tbilisi, Georgia); The Telephone (Salon Opera, London). www.redlabproductions.org.