Theatre Memphis Hosts RICHARD III Talkback, 4/17

Theatre Memphis will hold a Talk Back session after the April 17th, 2pm matinee production of William Shakespeare's Richard III in the Next Stage at 630 Perkins Ext. The discussion will be of interest to lovers of Shakespeare, History, or dramatic literature. Director Bo List, Actor Greg Boller, who plays the title character, and Michael Leslie, Professor of English at Rhodes College will be available for comments and questions. The Talk Back will be led by Theatre Memphis Artistic Director Kell Christie.

Christie, who also portrays Queen Elizabeth in the show, says ,"The purpose of this Talk Back is to give the public a chance to connect to the production and maybe, just maybe, take with them some clarity about the complexities of Shakespeare. With a student group already booked for that afternoon it seemed a perfect time to make this show accessible for a broader understanding ... especially since this production is conceptually different than traditional Shakespearian productions."
List states, "When the play was chosen, we could not have anticipated world events that would help inform our production and illuminate its relevance. Richard is a devious tyrant who sneaks his way into the crown of England and is ultimately defeated by a noble soldier. Throughout the Middle East, despots are being overthrown and governments challenged. Proverbial kings are losing their crowns left and right - and we have this splendid play that demonstrates how the seduction and abuse of power undo seducers and abusers. I love RICHARD III because of its tremendously dynamic characters, tense and intense scenes, and the great relish with which Richard leaps toward ambition. Would that we all had his confidence for our own nobler pursuits!"

Richard III runs April 8 - 23 and tickets can be purchased at 901.682.8323 or at www.theatrememphis.org. Adult admission is $23; Students with a valid ID can purchase a ticket for $15. The Talk Back is free to the public.

Theatre Memphis is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization located at 630 Perkins Extended (corner of Perkins and Southern) and is a community theatre whose mission is to provide outstanding theatrical experiences to enrich the lives of our audiences and participants.
Theatre Memphis receives funding from ArtsMemphis and Tennessee Arts Commission.