Huntington Theatre Company Announces VENUS IN FUR Special Events

In conjunction with its upcoming production of David Ives' sexy Broadway hit comedy Venus in Fur, Huntington Theatre Company will host a number of special post-show conversations and fun experiences. Admission to onsite post-show events is free with a ticket to Venus in Fur, available at huntingtontheatre.org/venusinfur, by phone at 617 266 0800, or in person at the BU Theatre (264 Huntington Avenue) and Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA (527 Tremont Street) box offices. Tickets start at $25.

STAGE & SCREEN: Secretary and a conversation with Venus in Fur artists
Monday, January 6, 2014 at 7pm, Coolidge Corner Theatre

The collaboration between Coolidge Corner Theatre and Huntington Theatre Company that explores the depictions of shared themes in Huntington productions and acclaimed films continues its second season with Secretary starring Maggie Gyllenhaal and James Spader. The screening of the film about dominance and submission will be followed by a conversation moderated by Boston Globe columnist Meredith Goldstein with Venus in Fur director Daniel Goldstein and actors Chris Kipiniak and Andrea Syglowski.

TICKETS: $11 / $8 for Coolidge members (with member ID) and Huntington Theatre Company subscribers (with promo code) available online at coolidge.org or at the Coolidge box office, located at 290 Harvard Street, Brookline.

Meredith Goldstein (Moderator) is an advice columnist and entertainment reporter for The Boston Globe and the author of the novel The Singles (Penguin/Plume), which has been optioned for film. Her column "Love Letters" is a daily dispatch of wisdom for the lovelorn that gets about one million page views each month on Boston.com.

Daniel Goldstein (Director) directed God of Carnage, Falsettos, Les Liaisons Dangereuses, and The Cry of the Reed for the Huntington, as well as the recent Broadway revival of Godspell on Broadway.

Chris Kipiniak (Thomas) has appeared on Broadway in Metamorphoses (dir. Mary Zimmerman) and Macbeth (dirs. John Tiffany and Andrew Goldberg). He's written the plays Save the World, Stalled, Change the Be, and IIIINSAAAAAAAANE!!!!, as well as Nightcrawler, Amazing Fantasy, and Marvel Adventures: Spider-Man for Marvel Comics.

Andrea Syglowski (Vanda) has New York credits that include Benefit of the Doubt (Roundabout Theatre Company), The Cherry Orchard (Mint Theater Company), Stage Fright (The Lark, dir. Jerry Zaks), and Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing (Sylvester Manor House).

POST-SHOW CONVERSATION: THE CASTING PROCESS
Tuesday, January 7, 2014, following the 7:30pm performance

A conversation moderated by WBUR's Anthony Brooks with directors Daniel Goldstein (Venus in Fur) and M. Bevin O'Gara (Becoming Cuba), as well as Christopher Wigle (Huntington Producing Director).

Anthony Brooks (Moderator) brings 30 years of experience in public radio, working as a producer, editor, reporter, and host for WBUR and NPR. He is currently the co-host of WBUR's "Radio Boston." Over the years, he has covered regional issues across New England, including politics, the economy, education, criminal justice, and urban affairs. His reports aired regularly on NPR's "Morning Edition," "All Things Considered," and "Weekend Edition." Brooks also covered Al Gore's presidential campaign in 2000 - from the early days of the New Hampshire primary through the disputed election result and the Supreme Court's Bush v. Gore decision. He is the recipient of numerous broadcast awards.

M. Bevin O'Gara (Director, Becoming Cuba) is the Huntington's associate producer and makes her Huntington directorial debut in March with Melinda Lopez's Becoming Cuba. She has previously directed for SpeakEasy Stage Company, Company One, Central Square Theatre, and Boston Playwrights Theatre, among others.

Christopher Wigle (Huntington Producing Director) is in his 14th season at the Huntington, where he works with Casting Director Alaine Alldaffer and production directors to identify, audition, and select the actors who appear in the Huntington's productions.

35 BELOW WRAP PARTY
Friday, January 10, 2014, following the 8pm performance

A post-show party for the region's culturally curious ages 21 to 35 featuring backstage access, free refreshments, and live entertainment. Mingle with members of the cast, creative team, and Huntington staff. Hang out with friends and meet new people.

35 Below tickets are available at all performances to patrons 35 and under for just $25. 35 Below is sponsored by Improper Bostonian.

POST-SHOW CONVERSATION WITH MEREDITH GOLDSTEIN
Wednesday, January 22, 2014, following the 7:30pm performance

Huntington dramaturg Charles Haugland will speak with Boston Globe columnist Meredith Goldstein about the relationships and themes depicted in Venus in Fur. A Boston Globe Insiders event celebrating the fifth anniversary of Goldstein's popular "Love Letters" column - tickets to the 1/22 performance of Venus in Fur $45 for Boston Globe subscribers with discount code.

GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Thursday, January 23, 2014 , following the 7:30pm performance

Join us for an evening of fun and fashion! Boston area designer Sara Campbell will present her newest looks for spring, modeled by members of the Huntington family. Enjoy drinks, as well as delicious desserts provided by Finale.

Sara Campbell is built on a philosophy of giving back to the community while creating and delivering not only a unique and beautiful product, but a transformational shopping experience in its boutiques. The Made in USA commitment is a hallmark of Sara Campbell clothing, as is its dedication to giving back to its local communities through participating in charitable and other fundraising events, including sponsoring such events in its own stores. More information at saracampbellwebsite.com.

Finale creates sensational dessert experiences, using the best ingredients to make the most delicious desserts you've ever eaten and the most beautiful desserts you've ever seen. Whether you choose to indulge in the dining room in the Desserterie, or carryout from the Finale Bakery, you can be sure that a Finale dessert experience is truly sensational in every sense of the word.

HUMANITIES FORUM WITH SEX-PERT DR. JUSTIN LEHMILLER, PhD
Sunday, January 26, 2014, following the 2pm performance

Huntington dramaturg Charles Haugland will discuss the literary themes and cultural context of Venus in Fur with Dr. Justin Lehmiller, PhD. Humanities Forums are presented in conjunction with all Huntington productions.

Dr. Justin Lehmiller, PhD is a sex educator and researcher at Harvard University and the founder of The Psychology of Human Sexuality blog (www.lehmiller.com), which offers people research-backed information on sex and relationships. Dr. Lehmiller has been teaching human sexuality at the college level for more than eight years and is an accomplished educator. Since serving on the faculty at Harvard, he has been awarded a Certificate of Teaching Excellence. Dr. Lehmiller has also published more than 30 scholarly works including a sexuality textbook, and he is frequently interviewed by news and media outlets.

POST-SHOW AUDIENCE CONVERSATIONS LED BY MEMBERS OF THE HUNTINGTON STAFF
After most Tuesday - Friday, Saturday matinee, and Sunday matinee performances

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