Broadway Sensation, God of Carnage, Now Playing at Orlando Shakes

Oct. 13, 2011 - PRLog -- EVENT:
God of Carnage
By Yasmina Reza | Translated by Christopher Hampton

ABOUT THE SHOW:
Alan Raleigh (Rus Blackwell) and his wife Annette (Suzanne O’Donnell) visit the apartment of Michael (Mark Ferrera) and Veronica Novak (Anne Hering) for a civilized discussion about a playground fight between their two sons. The meeting degenerates into irrational arguments and the loaded topics of misogyny, racial prejudice and homophobia. Insults fly, spouses turn on spouses and new alliances are created in this theatrical event The New Yorker called "ninety minutes of sustained mayhem."

THE CAST:
Alan Raleigh: Rus Blackwell
Annette Raleigh: Suzanne O’Donnell*
Michael Novak: Mark Ferrera
Veronica Novak: Anne Hering*   

CREATIVE TEAM:
Director:  Mark Routhier
Scenic Designer: Robbin Watts
Costume Designer: Denise R. Warner
Lighting Designer: Kevin Griffin
Sound Designer: Britt Sandusky
* = Member of Actors' Equity Association   

WHEN
October 12 – November 13, 2011

WHERE
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in the Goldman Theater
Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803

DATES AND PRICES
Wednesday and Thursday at 7pm - all seats $20, $28, $34
Friday and Saturday at 8pm – all seats $26, $32, $38
Sunday at 2pm – all seats $20, $28, $34

DISCOUNTS
Group Sales: 10% off groups of 10-19 / 20% off groups of 20+, ext. 265
Student Rush: $10 - 30 minutes prior to show w/ valid student ID
Military/Student Price: $10 off single ticket prices

ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
Preview Nights:    October 12 and 13 at 7pm - all seats $16
Opening Night:    October 14 at 8pm - all seats $26, $32, $38
Dates & Times:    Wednesday and Thursday at 7pm - all seats $20, $28, $34
Friday and Saturday at 8pm – all seats $26, $32, $38
Sunday at 2pm – all seats $20, $28, $34
Senior Matinee:    October 19 and 26, November 2 and 9 at 2pm  - all seats $15
$20 Under 30:       October 21 at 8PM
Chat Back:       October 27 at 7PM
Caption Display:    November 13 at 2PM

OPENING NIGHT FESTIVITIES
Opening Night pre-show chats provide audiences with the opportunity to further connect with the works on Orlando Shakes’ stages. Join God of Carnage director, Mark Routhier, and members of the creative team in the Patron’s Room on Friday, October 14 from 7:15 - 7:45 pm for an informal discussion about the play.

After the show, audience members are invited to celebrate with the cast, crew, designers and Orlando Shakes staff at the Opening Night Party. The party begins after the show (approx. 9:30pm) and everyone is invited. Delicious complimentary hors d'oeuvres provided by Edible Orlando and Eat Local Week will be served.  The night will also feature happy hour specials at our cash bar. No RSVP necessary.

Single tickets and Season Flex Passes are available by calling (407) 447-1700, online at http://www.orlandoshakes.org or in person at the Box Office located inside the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando’s Loch Haven Cultural Park.

God of Carnage is made possible by LarsonAllen LLP. Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is supported by United Arts of Central Florida with funds from the United Arts campaign and by State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council.

WEBSITE: Please visit http://www.orlandoshakes.org/pr for recent press releases, information about the cast and upcoming special events. Please contact Melissa Mason, Director of Marketing at 407-447-1700 ext. 215 or melissam@orlandoshakes.org to arrange individual interviews.

PHOTO CREDITS: Production photos also available online at http://www.flickr.com/.  

God of Carnage_4: Mark Ferrera and Anne Hering* in "God of Carnage" at Orlando Shakespeare Theater, now playing through November 13, 2011. Photo by Tony Firriolo. *Actors appearing courtesy Actors' Equity Association.

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Now celebrating its 23rd season, Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF has grown into one of the region’s most acclaimed Equity theaters producing bold professional theater in Central Florida. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Jim Helsinger and Managing Director Shannon Lacek, Orlando Shakespeare Theater continues to achieve the highest standards, while preserving its artistic and cultural legacy. Through PlayFest! The Harriett Lake Festival of New Plays, Orlando Shakespeare Theater is nationally recognized for its contribution to the development of new plays. Orlando Shakes also provides innovative educational experiences through its youth education programming, serving over 25,000 young people, families, and schools annually.