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WELCOME TO THE 24th SEASON AT TWO RIVER THEATER!
Suzan-Lori Parks and John Dias at the final dress rehearsal of Topdog/Underdog. Photo by T. Charles Erickson.
One of the things that is very meaningful to all of us at Two River Theater—including our audiences— is the relationship we have to a family of artists. We talk to extraordinary, passionate writers, composers, directors, actors and designers each year, who tell us what work they urgently want to share with Red Bank audiences. Out of their souls and hearts and minds, we choose a season of great American theater. From time-honored classics to the classics of tomorrow, from theatrical adventures for young audiences to adventurous world premieres, we are committed to doing work that excites the passions of artists and audiences alike.
We launch the season with Lorraine Hansberry’s earth-shattering answer to Langston Hughes’s most profound question: ‘What happens to a dream deferred?’ Each play that follows— whether classic or brand new, comedy or tragedy—in some way addresses a similar existential pursuit. The playwrights are all searching out a world that’s new and better, and characters who feel poised on a turning point in time, caught between the trappings of the past and the desire to forge a new path into the future. Each play in its own way is pointing us forward, whether through laughter or tears or just the telling of a really great story. We invite you to join us on this adventure. And, we thank you for being part of our family.
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A RAISIN IN THE SUN By Lorraine Hansberry Directed by Carl Cofield ——
SEPT 9 – OCT 8/2017 J OA N A N D RO B E RT R E C H N I T Z T H E AT E R
Who gets the keys to the American dream? Two River favorites Brandon J. Dirden (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom), Crystal A. Dickinson (Seven Guitars), and Brenda Pressley (Trouble in Mind) have long been part of Two River’s family of artists. Next season, they return to Red Bank to play Walter Lee, Ruth, and Lena Younger in one of the greatest family dramas ever written, A Raisin in the Sun—the play that “changed American theater forever” (The New York Times).
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SKELETONS: A DAY OF THE DEAD BEDTIME STORY Produced by Teatro Sea, New York ——
OCT 12 - 15/2017
M A R I O N H U B E R T H E AT E R
BEST FOR AGES 7 AND UP While these performances are in English and Spanish simultaneously, audiences don’t have to be Spanish-speaking to follow along.
“What an amazing way to delight audiences and capture the true essence of this important Latin American holiday.” - Parent Skeletons is a lighthearted comedy about a boy, Jimmy, who is dealing with the loss of his best friend, his Grandfather. His parents try everything to help Jimmy cope, but nothing works, until the eve of Day of the Dead, when his Grandfather comes back to life for just one night to orchestrate an adventure! In the spirit of the play’s bedtime story theme, we encourage all attendees to wear pajamas to the performance!
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THE IMPORTANCE OF
BEING EARNEST By Oscar Wilde Directed by Michael Cumpsty ——
NOV 11 - DEC 3/2017 J OA N A N D RO B E RT R E C H N I T Z T H E AT E R
It’s about to get Wilde. Propriety, society, family ties, love, and the perfection of cucumber sandwiches all hilariously combine in Oscar Wilde’s great comedy of manners. Michael Cumpsty, most recently seen on the Two River stage as King Henry in The Lion in Winter, will step behind the scenes to direct this classic satire of British Victorian society. NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2017 MON
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T H E AT E R F O R YO U N G AU D I E N C E S
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RAINBOW FISH Based on the book by Marcus Pfister Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia ——
DEC 15 - 18/2017 | WORLD PREMIERE J OA N A N D RO B E RT R E C H N I T Z T H E AT E R
BEST FOR AGES 3 - 7
“The sparkling story that became an international publishing phenomenon!” With his silver scales and heart of gold, The Rainbow Fish will charm even the youngest children in this adaptation of the award-winning book about a beautiful fish who learns to share his most prized possession. Last seen at Two River in 2014 with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favorites, Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia brings The Rainbow Fish to life with enchanting puppetry. DECEMBER 2017 MON
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EL COQUÍ ESPECTACULAR AND
THE BOTTLE OF DOOM: A SUPERHERO PLAY By Matt Barbot Directed by Jose Zayas ——
JAN 6 - FEB 4/2018 | WORLD PREMIERE M A R I O N H U B E R T H E AT E R
#adultingishard In Sunset Park, Brooklyn, a masked figure has been spotted: the Puerto Rican superhero, El Coquí Espectacular. In reality, it is out-of-work comic book artist, Alex, who has been secretly dressing up as his favorite creation. As Alex learns that fighting crime is harder than it looks, his older brother Joe wants Alex to join him at his advertising agency, selling sugary soda to Latino consumers. Can El Coquí defeat his own self-doubt and be a hero for his neighborhood? JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018 MON
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THE BRIDGE OF SAN LUIS REY By Thornton Wilder Adapted for the Stage by David Greenspan Directed by Ken Rus Schmoll ——
FEB 17 - MARCH 18/2018 | WORLD PREMIERE M A R I O N H U B E R T H E AT E R
We can’t always see what connects us. Thornton Wilder won three Pulitzer Prizes: two for the classic American plays Our Town and The Skin of Our Teeth, and one for his novel, The Bridge of San Luis Rey. This quiet masterpiece—a dazzling rumination on the nature of love—will be brought to life on stage by a troupe of actors led by one of the singular figures in the American theater: writer and actor David Greenspan, the winner of five Obie Awards.
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A LITTLE SHAKESPEARE:
THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Adapted and Directed by Sara Holdren ——
MARCH 6 - 11/2018
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BEST FOR AGES 9 AND UP
“A Little Shakespeare is totally unique. It takes something that so many kids assume they will never understand, the language of Shakespeare, and makes it into something amazing, relatable, and definitely understandable.” - A Little Shakespeare actor Celebrating its 5th season as one of Two River’s most popular programs, A Little Shakespeare engages young artists and audiences alike with the work of the Bard. Two sets of identical twins, separated at birth + several cases of mistaken identity = hijinks ensue in Shakespeare’s great comedy! Last season, 28 students from 12 area high schools participated in this theatrical adventure. Don’t miss seeing the madcap magic our local youth create this year under the guidance of a team of professional theater artists. MARCH 2018 MON
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DANCING AT LUGHNASA By Brian Friel Directed by Jessica Stone ——
APRIL 14 - MAY 13/2018 J OA N A N D RO B E RT R E C H N I T Z T H E AT E R
Five sisters, one Irish summer, and the boy who remembers it all. Brian Friel’s “ravishing memory play” (The New York Times) about five unmarried sisters on the west coast of Ireland in 1936 won the 1992 Tony Award for Best New Play—and the hearts of audiences. Directed by Jessica Stone (A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Absurd Person Singular), Dancing at Lughnasa promises to cast a warm and luminous theatrical spell with its portrait of love, hardship and, above all else, family.
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YOUNG KING
Based on the short story by Oscar Wilde Adapted for the stage by Nicki Bloom Directed by Andy Packer Produced by Slingsby, Adelaide, Australia ——
APRIL 20 - 22/2018 M A R I O N H U B E R T H E AT E R
BEST FOR AGES 8 AND UP
“Every element of this delightful production excites the eye, stirs the mind and touches the heart.” - Canberra Critics Circle What kind of King would you be? A naïve boy raised by goatherds is discovered to be the heir to the kingdom. Treasures and privileges are laid at his feet, but at what cost to others? The Young King is a coming-of-age story that grapples with the ethics of beauty, leadership, and compassion. Winner of the 2017 People’s Choice Award at the International Performing Arts for Youth (IPAY) Showcase MAY 2018 MON
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You are cordially invited to participate in the coronation celebrations for The Young King. Please arrive up to 30 minutes prior to the advertised performance start time for the pre-show coronation celebrations. Photo by Andy Ellis
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OO-BLA-DEE By Regina Taylor Original Music by Diedre L. Murray Directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson ——
JUNE 9 - JULY 1/2018
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It’s about time. Oo-Bla-Dee paints a shimmering portrait of an all-female band of AfricanAmerican bebop musicians traveling the country following the end of World War II. A sweeping and ambitious play-with-music, Oo-Bla-Dee will be brought to life by Golden Globe-winning actor and playwright Regina Taylor (I’ll Fly Away, Crowns), Obie-winning jazz composer Diedre L. Murray (The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess), and Tony Award winner Ruben SantiagoHudson (August Wilson’s Jitney at Two River and on Broadway).
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*There are no Section B Tickets for shows in the Marion Huber Theater. ^ A limited number of Section C tickets are available for every performance. Seating may be partial view. Under 30? Receive $20 tickets to every performance in the best available seats at time of booking. THEATER FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES THE RAINBOW FISH & THE YOUNG KING SKELETONS: A DAY OF THE DEAD BEDTIME STORY & A LITTLE SHAKESPEARE: THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
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SEATING JOAN AND ROBERT RECHNITZ THEATER
THE MARION HUBER THEATER An intimate space that seats up to 110 patrons. Both the stage and seating are flexible to maximize the experience for every production. Please visit tworivertheater.org two months prior to each Marion Huber Theater show to view seating plans. 25
AUDIENCE EXTRAS
Two River Theater provides a wide variety of ways for audiences to engage with the work on our stages. Visit tworivertheater.org or call 732.345.1400 for more information about the following programs: BACKSTAGE PASS
When you make a tax-deductible gift of $100 or more, you support the visions of great American theater artists and you gain special access to events and artists. BEFORE PLAY & POST-PLAY DISCUSSIONS
Informative pre-show lectures take place 45 minutes prior to curtain of most shows. Conversations with artists follow select performances—view show calendars for more details. INSIDE TWO RIVER EVENTS
A series of mostly FREE arts & humanities events—specially curated for each of our productions. Events include film screenings, book club, poetry readings, crafting nights, lectures, social evenings with our artists & more! LOBBY DISPLAYS
Ranging from historical background to artist profiles, our in-depth lobby displays provide insight into the work on stage. SOCIAL MEDIA
Visit our media sites for special offers, exclusive content, and the opportunity to further engage with Two River staff, artists & theatergoers.
VIRTUAL TOUR & ACCESS
Two River Theater is committed to making theater accessible to all. If you would like to view our space in detail, in advance of your visit, a virtual tour is available on our website.
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GETTING HERE
CAR PARKING 1. THEATER PARKING Two River Theater offers a limited amount of free on-site parking to patrons. If Two River Theater’s free parking lot is full, please find additional parking at: 2. RED BANK TRAIN STATION Located 1-2 blocks away from the theater (FREE after 11am). 3. PAZZO RESTAURANT PARKING GARAGE Located 4-5 blocks away from the theater. Enter on West Front Street or Water Street (FREE). 4. METERED PARKING Along the side of our building on Bridge Avenue and around the corner along Monmouth Street.
TRAIN
NJ Transit Red Bank Station is located 1-2 blocks away from the theater.
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Directed by Carl Cofield
OO-BLA-DEE By Regina Taylor | Original Music by Diedre L. Murray Directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson JUNE 9 – JULY 1/2018
DANCING AT LUGHNASA By Brian Friel | Directed by Jessica Stone APRIL 14 – MAY 13/2018
THE BRIDGE OF SAN LUIS REY By Thornton Wilder | Adapted for the Stage by David Greenspan Directed by Ken Rus Schmoll FEB 17 – MARCH 18/2018
EL COQUÍ ESPECTACULAR AND THE BOTTLE OF DOOM By Matt Barbot | Directed by Jose Zayas JAN 6 – FEB 4/2018
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST By Oscar Wilde | Directed by Michael Cumpsty NOV 11 – DEC 3/2017
A RAISIN IN THE SUN By Lorraine Hansberry | SEPT 9 – OCT 8/2017
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