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Elmwood Theatre
Wednesday February 29
Elmwood Theatre is proud to present a new adaptation of Euripides’s classic The Trojan Women. Adapted by New York playwright, Ellen McLaughlin, this drama explores the pride and plight of women caught in the aftermath of war. Following the loss of their husbands, fathers, brothers and sons, the conquered women of Troy must draw on their own strength and spirit in order to survive the future that now awaits them.
In the traditional style of classical Greek Theatre, the acting ensemble will begin the evening with A Tall Tale of Troy, a silly satyr created by Elmwood Theatre’s ‘Company of Clowns’ - with a little help from Homer! This humorous pre-show takes a farcical look at events leading up to the downfall of Troy and promises to be theatre the whole family will enjoy.
Audience members will also take pleasure in a special exhibit of paintings by Quebec artist, Andree Chartrand, a narrative colourist whose style combines fauvism and expressionism. Her large clown pieces are inspired by her travels with Patch Adams, the famous clown-doctor who inspired the making of a film by the same name, starring Robin Williams. The paintings will be on display and available for purchase in the Atrium throughout the show.
Theatre performances take place Wednesday, February 29 to Saturday, March 3rd at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for seniors and students, and $20 for adults. For information please call (613) 749-6761, Ext 221. To download our ticket order form, please click here.
Follow along as we blog about the preparation of the show: http://elmwoodtheatrearts.blogspot.com/
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