Alumna Sarah Rodgers directs this irreverent and ribald tale of the American divorcee for whom Edward Vlll abdicated his throne. Through a combination of naturalism and theatrical magic, Canadian playwright Linda Griffiths’ work illuminates a part of history that, despite its widespread coverage in the world press, remains shrouded in mystery.
The Duchess features 10 final-year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) acting students, playing twenty-five characters: Georgia Beaty, Alen Dominguez, Joel Garner, Emma Johnson, Pippa Johnstone, Alexander Keurvorst, Kenton Klassen, Matt Reznek, Tracy Schut and Courtney Shields. The creative team includes recent BFA Design graduate Michael Bock (set) with BFA design students Alia Stephen (lighting), Miriam Thom (costumes) and Scott Zechner (sound), as well as BFA production student Yeon Kyeom (Jenny) Kim (stage management).
UBC staff and faculty will receive two for one pricing for all shows. Tickets for UBC alumni are $5 on Alumni Night on Sept. 26.
Date: Sept. 20 – Oct. 6
Place: Telus Studio Theatre – Chan Centre for the Performing Arts
Info: http://www.theatre.ubc.ca/duchess
