THE CLEAN HOUSE
by Sarah Ruhl
directed by Ali Joy Richardson
produced by Laura Jabalee Johnston
This finalist for the 2005 Pulitzer Prize in Drama
takes place in a 'metaphysical Connecticut' where
married doctors Lane and Charles employ Matilde, a Brazilian housekeeper fixated on creating the perfect joke. Trouble erupts when the husband falls in love with Ana, one of his patients, and Lane's sister Virginia tries to help. "A whimsical and poignant look at class, comedy and the true nature of love. "
CAST:
Andrea Irwin as Lane
Lilia Leon as Ana
Marina Moreira as Matilde
Neil Silcox as Charles
Annemieke Wade as Virginia
PERFORMANCES: April 7 - 22, 2017.
Wed - Sat at 8pm; Sundays at 2pm.
TICKETS: 2-for-1 Wed; $20 on Thu/Fri/Sat; PWYC on Sun.
In-person sales are cash only; no credit or debit cards accepted at Box Office. Purchase online, OR reserve in advance and pay cash on arrival.
RESERVATIONS: 416-364-4170, Box 1 or reservations@alumnaetheatre.com.
TALKBACK with cast, director, designers: Sunday April 9, following 2pm matinee.
SPECIAL (free) PRE-SHOW EVENT:
6:45 pm on Thu April 20 - Laughter Yoga Leader and trainer Lynn Himmelman shares her strategies for embracing laughter as a way to release stress, and explores the healing power of comedy.
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