Stoneham Theatre will present Mark
Brown's comically distinctive adaptation of
Jules Verne's 19th century classic adventure,
"Around the World in 80 Days" from October 19 -
November 5.
The year is 1872, and the unflappable Phileas Fogg is
about to risk his entire fortune on a £20,000 wager that he
can travel around the world in just 80 days. Accompanied by Passepartout,
his trusty French servant, Fogg sets out on a whirlwind trip encountering
stampeding elephants, raging storms, runaway trains, an Indian princess
and a Scotland Yard detective. Meeting with unforeseen challenges,
the characters take on each new obstacle with wit and humor.
Directed by Artistic Director Weylin Symes,
who directed last season's
acclaimed "A Prayer for Owen Meany," the
small ensemble cast features Steven Barkhimer as
Phileas Fogg, Christopher Brophy as Passepartout,
Eve Kagan as Actor 3, Robert Saoud
as Actor 1 and Victor Warren as Actor 2.
According to Symes, "This show is the true definition of a fast-paced,
madcap adventure! We have assembled a cast of five very talented and
versatile actors who will transform themselves into over 30 colorful
characters right before the audience's eyes and, using an exciting
blend of creative set, projection, sound, costume design, our truly
imaginative production team will transport audiences to nearly twenty
exotic locations."
Mark Brown is an award-winning writer and actor.
His adaptations of "Around
the World in 80 Days," "The Little Prince"
(co-written with Paul Kiernen), "Poe:
Deep Into That Darkness Peering" (co-written with Mark
Rector) and "The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge"
have been produced by many theaters around the country. As an actor,
Mark received his training at the American Conservatory Theatre,
and has appeared at theaters across the country, including the Tony
Award winning South Coast Repertory, the McCarter Theatre
and the Utah Shakespearean Festival. His films include
"Out of Sight," "Holy Man" and
"Amy's O." Notable TV credits include the Emmy
Award winning series "From the Earth to the Moon,"
"Ally McBeal," "Providence" and
"Diagnosis Murder."
For information call The Stoneham Theatre Box Office
at 781-279-2200 or visit www.stonehamtheatre.org.
SPECIAL FAMILY OFFER!
For the performances on October 19 at 7:30 p.m., October 20 at 8:00
p.m., and October 21 at 4:00 p.m., the theater will extend a special
student discount price of only $16 per person if your party includes
at least one student.
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OnStage Boston
