an American classic by Tennessee Williams
OCTOBER 20, 2005 – DECEMBER 17, 2005
Williams’ classic is told through the narrative of Tom Wingfield and tells the story of his sister Amanda, his mother Laura, and a special gentleman caller.
Directed by Michelle DiDomenico
CAST:
PRESS QUOTES
“… great pacing, beautiful tableaus, and a refreshing sense of its own humor.”
– The Ann Arbor News
“… a reminder of what pure beauty can be wrought by four good actors and some space.”
– Ann Arbor Observer
“I can imagine no better performance space in which to revisit Tennesee Williams’ delicate drama of disappoints.”
– Jackson Citizen Patriot
a World Premiere by Jeff Daniels
JANUARY 19, 2006 – MARCH 18, 2006
In his most autobiographical work yet, Daniels weaves a funny and poignant story about a young man coming face to face with his hero and explores the tangled relationship between the dreams of youth and the wisdom of age.
American Theatre Critics Association New Play finalist
Directed by Guy Sanville
CAST:
PRESS QUOTES
“Daniels’ 10th play is his best yet.”
-Detroit Free Press
“… pure perfection … there’s something in Guest Artist that transcends the stage.”
-Oakland Press
“… a moving love letter to the playwright’s art in his splendid new play.”
-Detroit Monitor
“… passionate, thought-provoking … intensely gripping … An artist never apologizes, and neither should Daniels for this important look at post 9-11 America.”
– Between The Lines
“… powerful and smart.”
-The Ann Arbor News
“.. polished and compelling.”
-Metro Times
“… funny and sometimes alarming cat-and-mouse game.”
-Jackson Citizen Patriot
a Michigan Premiere by David MacGregor
APRIL 6, 2006 – JUNE 3, 2006
In this charming love story, meet the endearingly befuddled medieval scholar Henry Boyle. After a painful divorce, Boyle develops an absinthe habit while writing a novel that inexplicably becomes an overnight pop culture sensation. Suffering from intense media scrutiny and recurring hallucinations about giant rodents, a chance meeting with a damsel named Rachel might be the only thing that can pull Boyle back from the edge.
Directed by Guy Sanville
CAST:
PRESS QUOTES
“… not to be missed … a comedy that’s not afraid to show its heart.”
-Detroit Free Press
“From start to finish, a funny, enchanting, well-acted and well-written treat.”
-Current Magazine
“… expertly strikes a balance between comedy and drama.”
-The Ann Arbor News
“… funny and touching …”
-Jackson Citizen Patriot
by Steven Dietz
JUNE 22, 2006 – AUGUST 26, 2006
Directed by Guy Sanville
CAST:
PRESS QUOTES
“Porterfield seems tailor-made for the larger-than-life role of Honus, exuding both fierce strength and decency with each movement and word.”
– Jenn Mckee, Ann Arbor News
“Director Guy Sanville has skillfully directed this valentine to baseball.”
– Jenn Mckee, Ann Arbor News