Opus is the uniquely fascinating story about a world-class string quartet. The musical ensemble is in the midst of a bitter clash of wills between the two leaders of the group-one the artistic genius, the other, the business guru. One stays as the group leader and ousts the other. The replacement is a young woman, fresh out of school, and the evolution of the group takes several unexpected turns en route to a riveting conclusion. Featuring a bedrock of compelling "family" dynamics, Opus is a gripping piece of drama punctuated by a brilliant musical score. It was one of the most produced plays in the U.S. in 2009, and Redtwist has the Chicago premiere.
THE CAST:
The cast includes Redtwist company member and Jeff Award-winner BrIan Parry, along with Paul Dunckel, John Ferrick, Michael Sherwin, and Emily Tate.
THE STAFF:
Jason W. Gerace (Director); Amy Szerlong (Assistant Director); Allison Queen (Stage Manager); Olivia Baker (Assistant Stage Manager); Justin Castellano (Tech Director); Eric Broadwater (Set Designer); Lauren Angelopoulos (Assistant Set Designer); Christopher Kriz (Sound Designer); Christopher Burpee (Lighting Designer); Joelle Beranek (Costume Designer); Mike Dunbar (Prop Designer); Cassandra Rose (Dramaturg); Zhanna Bullock (Music Coach); Mary Reynard Liss (Vocal Coach); Jan Ellen Graves (Graphic Design); Charles Bonilla (Box Office Manager); Johnny Garcia (Associate Producer); Michael Colucci & Jan Ellen Graves (Producers)
THE SCHEDULE
Opening Weekend: Saturday, Dec 10, 3:00pm; Sunday, Dec 11, 3:00pm (no evening show on opening day)
Regular Run: Thu, Fri, Sat 7:30pm, and Sun 3pm
No Performances: Dec 24, Dec 25, & Jan 1
Note: There IS a performance New Year's Eve at 7:30pm
Closes: Sunday, Jan 15, 3pm
Running Time: Approximately 90 minutes; no intermission
Previews: $15; Wed, Thu, Fri, Dec 7, 8, 9; 7:30pm
Tickets: Thursdays, $25; Fridays & Sundays, $27; Saturdays, $30 (seniors & students $5 off)
THE DETAILS
Call: 773-728-7529
Email: reserve@redtwist.org
Website/Tickets: www.redtwist.org
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