Theater Works Presents THE DESPERATE HOURS 1/28-2/13

Opening this weekend at Theater Works is the award winning crime drama THE DESPERATE HOURS. THE DESPERATE HOURS is a story of a home invaded by three escaped criminals and of civilized people being driven to violence. "That very rare thing, an almost perfect melodrama fast, tight, logical, combining sentiment with gunfire in exactly the right proportions."-The New Yorker. Written by Joseph Hayes THE DESPERATE HOURS was based on his 1954 thriller novel of the same title and was the basis for the films The Desperate Hours in 1955 and Desperate Hours in 1990. Winner of 2 Tony Awards this production takes a fresh approach to a classic, exciting crime drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Performing on the Mary Jane Gyder Main Stage THE DESPERATE HOURS will run January 28th - February 13th, 2011.

Fans of CSI and Law & Order will love THE DESPERATE HOURS. Follow what happens when an ordinary family living in a Midwest suburb is invaded by a trio of escaped criminals. The Hilliards are a typical family living on the outskirts of Indianapolis; abruptly, their pleasant home becomes a jungle full of cunning and violence. Examine the clash of wills between the forces representing good and evil: Dan Hilliard, the husband and father who has to keep the situation calm for the sake of his wife and two children; and Glenn Griffin, the leader of the criminals, bent on revenge against the policeman who arrested him and willing to do whatever it takes to secure his freedom.

THE DESPERATE HOURS is directed by Jerry Morrison. Mr. Morrison has a MFA in Directing from Baylor University and has directed, performed in and/or produced over one hundred productions. He currently serves as Artistic Director for Ironfront Theatre, Helena, Montana's "ultimate intimate Contemporary Theatre experience". In addition to being a founding member of the theatre in 2004, he has directed the Montana premiere productions of Seven Santas, Rounding Third, The Vampire Monologues, Soccer Moms, Columbinus, Greek Holiday and The History of the Devil.

Tickets are now on sale both online at theaterworks.org and at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts. The Box Office is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily and may be reached at 623-815-7930. THE DESPERATE HOURS performs January 28th - February 13th. Tickets are only $33.00 / adult and $23.00 / student (prices include service and processing fees). Theater Works is located in the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts (the theater with the copper roof) at 8355 W Peoria Avenue, Peoria.

 

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