Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Weekend Theatre

Two shows are opening in Fargo-Moorhead theatres this week, each offering a different look at the surprisingly robust theatre scene in town.

"The Pillowman" is presented by Theatre B. Written by Martin McDonagh (and nominated for a Tony Award in 2005) and brought to the stage by Brad Delzer, this "deeply unsettling and incredibly thought-provoking adult drama" is the first production of 2009 by Theatre B and will please those looking for a gritty dark comedy. Tickets are $15. The show opens on Thursday, February 5th and runs through the end of the month. Visit FM Culture Pulse for more info and tickets.

For fans of lively musicals, the Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre will present "Sweet Charity," written by Neil Simon with songs by Cy Coleman and Dorothy Fields and directed by Scott Brusven. The play follows the exploits of the "gullible and guileless" Charity Hope Valentine as she seeks love among the dance halls and night clubs of New York City. Tender, poignant, and funny, this production is perfect for the Valentine's season. Tickets are $15. The show opens on Friday, February 5th and will run through the 15th. For more information or tickets, visit FM Culture Pulse or www.fmct.org.

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