Local theatre heats up the stage
in two outstanding performances: Michael Flatley’s spectacular staging of Lord
of the Dance at the RiverPark
Center and Theatre Workshop’s presentation of An Inspector Calls. Each production will leave you clapping in
appreciation of the theatrical experience.
As a part
of the “Broadway at the RiverPark” series, Lord
of the Dance bursts onto the stage in more than a mere toe-tapping
dance number; it is a masterfully orchestrated combination of precision
dancing, state of the art lighting and pyrotechnics – all pulsating to the beat
of traditional and modern Celtic Music. This award-winning international dance
spectacular has shattered box office records all over the world; Lord of the Dance not only brought Irish
dancing to the world stage, and catapulted the art of Irish dance to a higher
level.
Lord of the Dance is a
classic tale of good vs. evil based on old Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, the
Dark Lord, challenges the Lord of the Dance. It is also a passionate love story
that is expressed through dance numbers that transport audiences into a
mystical and exhilarating world of intense passion. The action plays out over
21 scenes, on a grand scale of pinpoint choreography, dramatic music and
colorful costumes.
On February 13, at 7 p.m., this
extraordinary show takes the stage at Owensboro’s
RiverPark Center! For one night only, you will
have the incredible opportunity to be a part of this spellbinding adventure.
Tickets, priced at $37 and $51, are on sale
now and can be purchased at RiverPark
Center box office,
riverparkcenter.org or by calling (270) 687-2787.
Slower
paced, but thematically intriguing nonetheless, Theatre Workshop of Owensboro’s
production of An Inspector Calls is a
mysterious drama that will have you scratching your head, wondering what
revelation Inspector Goole will bring to light next!
First
performed in 1946, this classic drama is as influential to contemporary
audiences, partially because of its symbolic nature and engaging dialogue.
Centered around the wealthy Birling family, the mysterious and persistent
inspector Goole slowly peels back the family’s happy facade to reveal a house
full of deception and lies. This proves to be a shocking experience for the
Birlings as they learn that they have all played a part in the suicide of a
young girl named Eva Smith.
Directed by Lisa Mingus Tallus, a
veteran of directing and acting, this show is sure to be a hit! Cast members
for the production are all veterans of the TWO stage as well, including Todd
Reynolds, Debbie Reynolds, Anne Welsh, Wes Bartlett, Ryan Henry, Worth Mount
Joy, and Hannah Huffman.
Sponsored by Swedish Match,
the production takes to the stage on Fridays: February 1st, 8th
and 15th at 7 p.m.; Saturdays: February 2nd, 9th,
and 16th also at 7 p.m.; and a Sunday matinee performance on
February 10th at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for
students. For reservations, please call TWO box office at (270) 683-5353.
So, whether you’re doing an Irish
Jig in the aisles or trying to figure out whodunit, get out there and support
your local theatre!
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