SHOWS

Beautiful City

Written by George F. Walker
Directed by Rob Chambers

Presented by Theater Mir

March 04, 2010 — April 03, 2010
Storefront Theater
$25; $20 for seniors; $15 for students

Running Time: 2 hours (with intermission)

“This is the future” begins this darkly comic fable about urban developers, criminals, law enforcement, and even a witch, all fighting for the soul and vision of a city.  Set in an urban landscape ripe for redevelopment, the parable blends off-kilter characters, fast-paced storytelling, and stinging social satire in a tale of greed, corruption, and civic responsibility.  Theatre Mir’s production marks the Chicago professional premiere of this work by George F. Walker, one of Canada’s most prolific and celebrated playwrights.

Related Events

Post-show Discussions
Thursday, March 11 with cast and director Rob Chambers
Saturday, March 20 with Dr. Michael Bennett (DePaul University)
Friday, March 26 with Al Gini (Loyola University Chicago and Chicago Public Radio)

University of Chicago Works of the Mind Lecture by Professor Herman L. Sinaiko:
A Line, A Cave, and A Beautiful City in Plato’s Republic
Sunday, March 14
1pm, Claudia Cassidy Theater
FREE

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