THE WOMAN IN BLACK, CHRISTMAS TRIO, And THE LARK Among The Gorilla Theatre's Upcoming 2009-10 Season

The following is Gorilla Theatre's upcoming 2009-10 season.

The Gorilla's 09-10 season in brief: a spine-chilling ghost story (The Woman in Black); a holiday play by Gorilla co-founder Susan Hussey (Christmas Trio); a sassy and heartwarming comedy (The Drunken City); Jean Anouilh's classic play about Joan of Arc (The Lark); the return of an audience favorite (Shirley Valentine); and the exciting and provocative Young Dramatists' Project.

Once again, the Gorilla is holding its prices at the same level as previous seasons, making it an exceptional value in entertainment.

October 15 — November 8, 2009
The Woman in Black
Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt from the novel by Susan Hill
This ghost story will follow you home!
The Woman in Black is guaranteed to send a ripple of fear down your spine. A haunted house, supernatural happenings, foggy and stormy nights, and a mysterious, ghostly woman combine in this gripping and thrilling mystery which taps into our primal fears.

Special Late Night Performance on Halloween. Book now — if you dare!

December 3-20, 2009
Christmas Trio
By Susan Hussey
A second chance to see Susan Hussey's critically-acclaimed 1998 play about family and holidays. Even after 40 years, Barbara has mixed emotions about Christmas with either of her divorced parents. But as the three family members relive their holiday memories we discover exactly what makes these weak, strong, loveable and maddening people tick.

In loving memory of Susan Hussey.

Jan 14 — Feb 7, 2010
The Drunken City
By Adam Bock

On the bar crawl to end all crawls, three brides-to-be find their lives going topsy-turvy when one of them begins to question her future. A wildly theatrical take on the mystique of marriage and the ever-shifting nature of love and identity in a city that never sleeps.

A great girls' night out!

Mar 11-Apr 4, 2010
The Lark (L'Alouette)
By Jean Anouilh, translated by Christopher Fry
Joan Of Arc - Saint, Warrior, Heretic?
Magali Naas plays Joan in this Anoiuilh masterpiece. Scenes from St Joan's life are played out during her trial as the politicians of the Church struggle to turn her simplicity into heresy. But it is the glory of her life rather than the tragedy that is the triumphant climax of the play.

Two performances on Easter Sunday! Book now to avoid disappointment.

April 15 — May 3, 2010
Shirley Valentine
By Willy Russell
By popular demand! Shirley is back!
Bridget Bean plays Shirley - a middle-aged Liverpool housewife who is offered a chance to take a Greek vacation. Will she accept the opportunity of a lifetime and take a leap into the unknown? Brimming with forthright comedy and pithy observations.

June 3-13, 2010
Young Dramatists' Project '10
Five New Works By Prize-Winning Teen Playwrights
Always exciting and provocative, YDP is now in its tenth year! Come see five new works by teen playwrights come to life on the Gorilla Theatre stage!

Plus:
The Gorilla Readings Series Presents new Works
Stay — Tuesday October 27 '09 — 7pm free, but reservations are highly recommended

Living theatre for thinking minds! Tucked away in the same Tampa location for over 17 years, the Gorilla Theatre boasts an intimate, welcoming environment and an exciting selection of plays.

Show schedule (for most shows, check the web site for details:
Thursdays at 7pm -- Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm -- Sundays at 3pm and 7pm

Where: Gorilla Theatre, 4419 N. Hubert Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33614 "Behind Steinbrenner Field"

Ticket prices (for most shows):

Full price: $20 on Thursdays /$25 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays

Seniors (age 55+) and Students (with ID): $15 on Thursdays / $20 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays

Student rush $10, thirty minutes before the show when available.

Flexible season membership (Gorilla Pass) offers significant savings. Six flexible admissions for $90 ($75 for students/seniors).

Group rates available. Call (813) 354-0550 for details.

Gorilla Theatre, 4419 N Hubert Ave, Tampa, FL 33614 "Behind Legends' Field"
Show dates, times, prices, and online ticketing: www.gorillatheatre.com (813) 879-2914.
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