TS Eliot's Murder in the Cathedral in Prospect H

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Subject: TS Eliot's "Murder in the Cathedral" in Prospect H

A site-specific production of TS Eliot's "Murder in the Cathedral" is being presented at the Church of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights for three weeks, from September 16th-October 2. This will be the first professional theater production in this magnificent space, and it will be one of the largest scale theatrical events in the area in recent years, involving over 30 performers and musicians, and led by a team of award-winning directors and designers. Recent OBIE-winning director Alec Duffy is teaming up with composer Dave Malloy and a remarkable group of actors, singers, and musicians to provide an unforgettable-- and affordable-- theatrical experience. Hope to see you there-- see below for details!


T.S. Eliot’s

MURDER IN THE CATHEDRAL

September 16th—October 2
The Church of St. Joseph
Prospect Heights, Brooklyn
www.murderinthecathedral.com

OBIE Award-winner Alec Duffy (Three Pianos) helms Nobel writer T.S. Eliot’s classic poetic drama in a dynamic, site-specific production in one of Brooklyn's largest and most majestic cathedrals. The production features an original musical score by Jonathan Larson Award-winning composer Dave Malloy (Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage). Thomas Becket is played by Godfrey L. Simmons, Jr. (Sarah Ruhl’s Passion Play) and other cast members include Christopher Burris, Jordan Coughtry, Ruben Dutervill, Johnathan Innis, Alexis McGuinness, Lori Parquet, Nikaury Rodriguez, Julian Rozzell, Jr. and Jamie Watkins.

Performances run Thursday, September 16 -- Saturday, October 2nd, Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm, and Sunday afternoons at 2 pm.

The drama recounts the last month in the life of Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury, who faces certain death for his defense of the Church against the crown of England. As Becket continues in his journey, he confronts the very human drama of individual integrity, the expectations of friendship, and the struggle of will.

This production presents a unique opportunity to experience Eliot’s work in its ideal context: an architectural wonder, built for the sweeping dramatic meditation that the play inspires. For the production, the newly refurbished cathedral of this century-old Prospect Heights institution will be filled with drama, music, and tremendous artistry, offering a unique theatrical experience in an awe-inspiring space.

Tickets are $10 suggested donation. No advance reservations are necessary.

The Church of St. Joseph is located in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, at 856 Pacific Street, between Vanderbilt and Underhill. Transportation: C train to Clinton-Washington Aves, 2, 3 train to Bergen Street; Q, B train to 7th Avenue, or the 4,5 to Atlantic Avenue.

www.murderinthecathedral.com