The San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre is proud to present the Tony Award winning play ART, written by Yasmina Reza and translated by Christopher Hampton. This uproariously funny and provocative comedy explores the meanings of art and friendship through a tug-of-war between three best friends over the purchase of a solid white painting. ART runs from September 28-October 14 with performances Wednesday through Sunday at 7 pm and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p m. Tickets range in price from $20-$36 and are available at www.slorep.org or by calling (805) 786-2440.
ABOUT THE SHOW
How much would you pay for a white painting? Would it matter who the painter was? Would it be art? Reza’s witty comedy delves into these questions through the conflict between three best friends and one solid white painting. One of Marc’s best friends, Serge, has just bought a very expensive painting. To Marc, the painting is a joke, but Serge insists Marc doesn’t have the proper standard to judge the work. Another friend, Ivan, allows himself to be pulled into this disagreement which escalates to often hilarious proportions. The result is a nonstop crossfire of bursting language and fierce ideas on the nature of art and friendship.
ART is directed by Kevin Harris, and features an extraordinary cast of professional actors including Timothy J. Cox, Travis Mitchell, and Lawrence Lesher. SLO REP fans may remember these three for their work in last season’s delightful production of ROUNDING THIRD.
The show is sponsored by Carol Kiessig, and Gregg Wolff. Our show director sponsors are Christine and Bob Williams, Films for Good.
For more information about the show or SLO REP, please contact Patty Thayer at (805) 786-2440, ext. 15 or email [email protected].