MetroStage Presents Lonely Planet, a Contemporary Absurdist Classic
MetroStage (1201 North Royal Street Alexandria, VA 22314)
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- $45.00 - $50.00
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- $22.50 - $25.00*
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All offers for Lonely Planet have expired.
The last date listed for Lonely Planet was Sunday June 17, 2012 / 7:00pm (Closing Night).
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Ghost-Writer: Love and the Art of Creation
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Something strange is afoot in the award-winning mystery Ghost-Writer from playwright Michael Hollinger (Opus). Set in 1919, in the wake of acclaimed novelist Franklin Woolsey's death, Ghost-Writer finds Woolsey's devoted secretary claiming to still be receiving dictation toward the completion of his unfinished masterpiece. Attacked by skeptics, the press and Woolsey's jealous widow, Myra sets out to prove she is more than just an artful forger. This ghost story of literary proportions explores the lines between fact and fiction, life and the great beyond. Learn More
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Casual
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Always parking available at theatre lot or on-street.
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Nice restaurant/wine bar next door. Close to all that Old Town Alexandria offers.
11 Goldstar Member Reviews
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Written on Jun 18 2012The acting was fine. More depth in the play beyond the chairs would have improved it.
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Written on Jun 11 2012Well acted! But I'm unsure why "Lonely Planet" was revived after all this time. It was a bit dated in spots (thankfully HIV test results don't take a week anymore) but we surely enjoyed the production and weren't tempted to skip out at intermission. BTW, there's something quite hot about Michael Russotto.
CliffW
Written on Jun 11 2012A funny and moving play beautifully directed and performed.
JR
Written on Jun 09 2012Well acted, good script.
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Quotes & Highlights
- “It is an intimate and darkly humorous portrait of universal love and loss and the methods we use to cope … memorable performances by Michael Russotto (Jody) and Eric Sutton (Carl) … create a believable bond in the face of unimaginable loss with ferocity, humor and fluidity.” —Alexandria Times
- “… a warmhearted and memorable story of friendship featuring two outstanding acting performances.” —DC Theatre Scene
- “Poignantly realized in the performances of Michael Russotto and Eric Sutton and under the expert direction of John Vreeke … Russotto and Sutton brilliantly sustain a verbal tug of war and create a powerful friendship …Sutton is a tornado of energy … perfectly cast…handsome set … piercing lighting … a haunting memorial to lives lost … with a superb cast and poignant message.” —Alexandria Gazette Packet
- “Haunting, powerful … (a) sterling revival … finely detailed, emotionally nuanced performances” —Washington Post
- “Skillfully directed … a tour de force for Russotto and Sutton, both of whom describe their characters with sensitivity and humor.” —Washington Examiner
- “Expertly written, deftly directed and performed with such tender nuances it remains as timely as ever.” —Alexandrianews.com
Description
Directed by John Vreeke.
Starring Michael Russotto and Eric Sutton.
The theater is air conditioned and can be chilly. Please dress accordingly.
About the Ticket Supplier: MetroStage
Founded in 1984 as American Showcase Theatre Company, Inc., MetroStage is the oldest professional theatre in Northern Virginia. From its inception until 1996, MetroStage operated out of a series of converted storefronts on Duke Street, until redevelopment in the area required their demolition. MetroStage re-opened in its new theatre at 1201 North Royal Street in north Old Town Alexandria in July 2001.