Shell Theater Presents SILENCE, 5/11-24

Set against the backdrop of the World War I Armenian genocide, SILENCE, written by Herand Markarian, is the story of a woman's courageous journey to survive, embrace her family and preserve her Armenian heritage. The play, starring Lorraine Serabian, follows her 12-year search for her son and rediscovery of her former home and past. Ultimately, it leads her to a face-to-face confrontation with an enemy and to an unexpected and surprising discovery.

“As a director and theatre-goer, I am always attracted by stories that show the triumph of the human spirit," director Kevin Thompson said. "When I first read SILENCE I was moved not just by the journey of Shooshan, but by the spirit of a people who, despite centuries of struggle and massacres, continue with a pride in their cultural identity and heritage. After reading SILENCE I was compelled to learn more and discovered a fascinating and deeply important culture that remains sidelined in our history books and recognition.”

SILENCE holds the power to enlighten us to the tangible effects that the Armenian genocide has left upon families and individuals during the past 100 years. It draws parallels to the effects of conflict in other parts of the world and leaves an unforgettable impact on audiences who experience this drama.

SILENCE opens at The Shell Theater on May 11. For tickets visit Smarttix.com or call (212) 868-4444. The Shell Theater is located at 300 W 43rd ST, 4th FL. There will be talkback performances with the director and cast: May 4, 9, 12 and 24.

PREVIEWS

May 4, 9 & 10 at 8 p.m. and May 5 & 6 at 2 p.m.

RUN

May 11, 16, 17, 18, 22 & 23 at 8 p.m. May 12, 13, 19 & 20 at 2 p.m.

CLOSING

May 24 at 8 p.m.