The 2007-2008 Readings in Rep are set. After much deliberation, soul-searching, lobbying efforts, bribery and threats, Artistic Director Kirk Boyd has settled on three unique and distinguished plays for our annual end of season extravaganza. Remember, tickets are only $10 per reading. Here's the list:
Friday, May 16th – 8:00pm
The King’s Proposal or the Marriage of Princess Guido by Michael Govier – is a ridiculous comedy telling the tale of a greedy King who tries to marry his daughter to an unwanted suitor. When the King’s servant, Guido, gets involved the play descends into mistaken identities, forced marriage, forced puppetry, cross-dressing….and swords!
Saturday, May 17th – 8:00pm
Inside the Coma of Wayne Morse by Steve Lyons – wrestles with the question of “why bother?” – an often-asked question in the current environment. The play takes place in Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland on July 22, 1974. Senator Morse lies in a coma on the day he dies. He is sharing the room with a premature newborn (played by a young man). The ensuing discussion of life and death between one man checking out while the other is deciding whether or not to check in is fascinating.
Sunday, May 18th – 2:00pm
Sometimes a Great Notion by Aaron Posner from the novel by Ken Kesey – former Eugenean Aaron Posner acquired the rights from Faye Kesey to adapt the Oregon epic to the stage. The result is a powerful tale told by eleven actors. Willamette Repertory will stage a full production as part of our 10th season and wanted the community to get a taste of how this remarkable story is told on stage.
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