Written by Noel Williams and Sue Morrison
Directed by Sue Morrison
Presented by Noel Williams
November 07, 2008 — November 24, 2008
Studio Theater
$20; $15 for students and seniors
AWARDED “BEST CLOWN SHOW” of the 2007 SAN FRANCISCO FRINGE FESTIVAL
Journey through the psyche of Captain Melisande Blue in Noel William’s award winning Pochinko clown and Bouffon style show. Packed and ready to go, Mel and her baggage find themselves at a train station exiled for “loving a little too much.” Her divine ride features a feisty turnstile, dinner dates with luggage, and a two and a half foot mini version of “Gone with the Wind.” A Fringe Festival favorite throughout the county, this will be the first time the full show has been seen in Chicago.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, November 9, following the 3:00PM show:
“Women in Comedy” Panel Discussion
Moderated by Lucia Mauro
Panelists include: Susan Messing, Lillian Frances, and Francesca Peppiatt
This discussion will focus on the working experience of contemporary women comedians and touch on topics such as: stereotypes, casting, and what it takes to be considered “funny.”
Sunday, November 16, following the 3:00PM show:
“Working in the Smallest Mask” Talkback with Noel Williams
Hosted by Keland Scher
This discussion will focus on the techniques involved in working with masks including types of clowning and the various physical styles of Commedia del Arte.
INDUSTRY NIGHT SPECIAL
Mondays: November 10, 17 and 24
Bring a headshot or business card and pay only $12!
Following the performance head over to South Water Kitchen and enjoy a half-priced bottle of wine and FREE dessert when you show your ticket stub!
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