Friday, April 16th, 2010.  8 pm

Oracle Theatre

3809 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL

 

From www.chicagofusiontheatre.org:
As darkness descends upon the circus world, two spirited vendors reenact the story of Job. In this play- within-a-play, a wealthy banker goes from prosperity to hopelessness and despair before eventually turning to love as the only solace for his suffering. In our own lives often filled with disappointment, we can find comfort in MacLeish's gripping drama where one man's faith is put to the ultimate test. This production is influenced by circus style movement and Apache dance (fight dance with roots in early 20th century Parisian street culture) and uses physical movement to enhance the high emotional stakes.

Archibald MacLeish, originally from Glencoe, Illinois, received three Pulitzer Prize Awards and numerous accolades for his work as a poet, dramatist, and statesman. J.B. was the 1959 winner of The Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award for Best Play and Best Direction (Elia Kazan).

Group rates are available ($20 tickets are discounted to $15 for 10 or more in a group).  Please advise Catherine or Graeme Thomson if you plan to attend.