Deaf West Theatre celebrates 20 years with a unique spin on
“The Adventures of Pinocchio”
February 25 ”“ March 27
WHAT:
“The Adventures of Pinocchio” ”“ Kicking off its 20th Anniversary, Deaf West Theatre puts its own, unique spin on the classic story of a mischievous puppet who wishes to become a real, live boy. Tony Award winner Lee Hall (Billy Elliott’s) adaptation (2000) is steeped in the Italian tradition of commedia dell’arte – a form of physical comedy that lends itself perfectly to Deaf West Theatre’s signature, award-winning combination of signed and voiced theater. Brimming with clever political subtext and sly social commentary, this comic production will appeal to all ages. (“The Adventures of Pinocchio” is rated PG for mild language and dark themes ”“ recommended for ages 10+).
WHO:
Written by: Carlo Collodi
Dramatized by: Lee Hall
Directed by: Stephen Rothman
Featuring: James Royce Edwards, Lindsay W. Evans, Matthew Henerson, Tommy Korn,Lexi Marman, Colin O’Brien-Lux, Darrin Revitz, Vae, Amber Zion
Presented by Deaf West Theatre Ed Waterstreet, Artistic Director, Laura Hill, Managing Director
WHEN:
Previews: February 18-24
Performances: February 25-March 27
Thursdays at 8 p.m. on Feb. 24 (Preview); March 3, 10, 17 and 24
Fridays at 8 p.m. on Feb. 18 (Preview), 25 (Open), March, 4, 11, 18 and 25
Saturdays at 2 p.m. on Feb. 26; March 5, 12 and 19
Saturdays at 8 p.m. on Feb. 19 (Preview), 26; March 5, 12, 19 and 26
Sundays at 2 p.m. on Feb. 20 (Preview), 27; March 6, 13, 10 and 27
WHERE:
Deaf West Theatre
5112 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood
(one block south of Magnolia Blvd; 1½ blocks south of Metro Red Line, North Hollywood stop)
HOW:
818-762-2773 (voice) or 866-954-2986 (video phone)
deafwest.org
TICKETS:
General admission: $25
Children 12 and under: $15
Previews: $15
Student rush: $15 on Thursdays, March 3; 10; 17 (30 minutes prior to curtain with valid ID, subject to availability)
