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Peek at Process: Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue

March 5, 2016 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Never been to a technical rehearsal before? Now is your chance! Sit in on part of the process for Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue and see what happens in the final stages before a show opens. After we watch some of the rehearsal, we will open it up to questions about what you saw, what you didn’t, thoughts on the show, and general theatrical questions.

In addition, flutist Catherine Flinchum will join us to discuss more about what Fugues are and how they work in relation to Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue. Catherine has been an active member and principal performer in the Kennesaw State University Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Opera, and chamber groups, as well as guest performer with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra. Following her presentation, Catherine will give a brief performance.

Tickets: $10

More info and tickets: http://curioustheatre.org/elliot-a-soldiers-fugue/#1454612427135-46d6b082-f1c2

About the Play: In Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue, a young Elliot Ortiz leaves his home and family behind to fight the war in Iraq; when he returns, he is a hero and a man. Throughout his experiences, Elliot searches to better understand his Puerto Rican heritage, his personal and familial history, and the meaning of heroism and war. This lyrical and moving new play tells the story of three generations of soldiers, musicians, and activists in the Ortiz family.

Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue is the first of three plays Curious will produce in our next Serial Storytelling series, The Elliot PlaysThe Elliot Plays were written by Quiara Alegría Hudes.

The cast of Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue includes: Gabriella Cavallero (Ginny), Thony Mena (Elliot), Antonio Mercado (Pop), and Michael Duran (Grandpop).

Details

Date:
March 5, 2016
Time:
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue

Curious Theatre
1080 Acoma St.
Denver, CO 80204 United States
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