George Bernard Shaw's 'Saint Joan'

George Bernard Shaw'S "SAINT JOAN" DEBUTS AT NEW THEATRE

THURSDAY, AUGUST 16 

Adapted and Directed by Four-Time Emmy Award Winner Patrick Flick 

In the final production of its 2007-2008 Shakespeare & Friends Festival, New Theatre presents George Bernard Shaw's "Saint Joan," August 16 through September 9.  The production is adapted and directed by Patrick Flick, under the artistic direction of Ricky J. Martinez.  

George Bernard Shaw's "Saint Joan" is a tempestuous retelling of the mighty tale of Joan of Arc, the young girl who led the armies of King Charles of France against the British occupiers and their collaborators in the great wars of the 1400s in France.  Believing she is chosen by God, Joan rallies her armies to victory until she is finally taken by the Burundians and sold to the British to go to trial for sorcery and heresy. Listening only to the voices of her beloved Saints, Joan stands against the bureaucracy of the Holy Inquisition of the Catholic Church, confessing, and then recanting her guilt as a heretic just before she is put to the flames. 

Adapter/director Patrick Flick is a four-time Emmy Award-winning producer and is currently Director of New Play Development/Casting Director at the Orlando Shakespeare Theatre (OST).  He also is a recipient of the Dean Goodman Award for "Best Actor in a Comedy," at Marin Shakespeare Theatre, and for "Best Ensemble," at TheatreWorks.  At OST, Patrick has directed Into the Woods, Twelfth Night, A Little Night Music, Private Lives and numerous readings for PlayFest.   Previously, Patrick worked as producer, motion-capture specialist and talent for TechTV television network in San Francisco.  He has worked as a director and performer at regional theatres across the United States, including TheatreWorks, San Jose Stage, American Musical Theatre of San Jose, Sacramento Theatre Company, Marin and Wisconsin Shakespeare Festivals, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Phoenix Theatre, ALLIANCE THEATRE of Atlanta, Riverside Shakespeare and the Independent Theatre in New York.  Patrick also worked with Andrew Lloyd Weber at the Really Useful Theatre Company during the London opening of Sunset Boulevard and the Los Angeles opening of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.   

Flick's adaptation of "Saint Joan" ignites New Theatre's stage with the passion of Joan of Arc, and veteran performer Annemaria Rajala portrays Joan with the greatness, humor and sorrow of history's favorite heroine from 15^th century France.  Three members of New Theatre's Apprentice Program, which provides practical experience for students training as actors, directors and/or other stage production, are also involved in the production.

Performance Times / Prices:  

Thursday, August 16 Preview              8 pm                 $20

 

Friday, August 17                                 7 pm                 $55

Includes Pre-Show Reception 

 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday                   8 pm                 $40

 

Sunday Matinee                                    1 pm                 $40

Following the performance, the audience is invited to participate in a discussion with the actors, director and playwright (when available)

 

Sunday, August 26                   6 pm                 $40

 

Sunday, September 2               6 pm                 $40

 

Student Rush: $15 at the door, 1/2-hour prior to curtain for those under 25 with a student ID; Upon availability    

Under the artistic direction of Ricky J. Martinez, New Theatre's 2007-2008 season remains true to its mission to provide a forum for new works by American Playwrights, often making their world premiere at the innovative theatre.  The main season schedule, beginning on September 27, introduces four world premieres:  Likeness by David Caudle, For Better… by Eric Coble, Fill Our Mouths by Lauren Feldman and The Mission by Jules Tasca.  A final production, scheduled to begin on April 3, 2008, will be announced soon.   

The most economical way to enjoy New Theatre's 2007-2008 season is through the purchase of a Flexible Season Pass for $175, allowing for later selection of show dates and a savings off the single ticket price.   Other flexible season packages are available.   For tickets and further information, please call (305) 443-5909 or visit www.new-theatre.org.

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