George Bernard Shaw's Man and Superman from California Shakespeare Theater
Bruns Amphitheater (100 Gateway Blvd. Orinda, CA 94563)
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The last date listed for Man and Superman was Thursday July 12, 2007 / 7:30pm.
29 Goldstar Member Reviews
Sara O.
Although the acting was excellent, the play is just too long. With strong winds and a bit of rain (in July????), it was difficult to hear the actors from the D section, let alone keep our bodies warm enough to concentrate.Written on Jul 11 2007
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Rodney A.
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Overall the performance was enjoyable, but it ran over 3 hours long. The third act seemed a digression, and while it is Shaw's work and structure, cutting it would not have had a disruptive effect.Written on Jul 05 2007
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Sherry C.
More Information About Man and Superman
Description
"There is always one who kisses and one who only allows the kiss." --George Bernard Shaw
At once a charming romantic comedy and an unflinching examination of the war between the sexes, Man and Superman is one of Shaw's most celebrated and devilishly witty plays. The title comes from Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophical ideas about the "Übermensch" ("Superman"). The plot centers on John Tanner, author of The Revolutionist's Handbook and Pocket Companion. Tanner is a confirmed bachelor despite the pursuits of Ann Whitefield and her persistent efforts to make him marry her. Ann is referred to as "The Life Force" and represents Shaw's view that in every culture, it is the women who force the men to marry them rather than the men who take the initiative.
California Shakespeare Theater Artistic Director Jonathan Moscone will direct. Moscone, now in his eighth season as head of California Shakespeare Theater, has been highly acclaimed for his productions of As You Like It, Hamlet: Blood in the Brain, The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, The Importance of Being Earnest, Julius Caesar, The Seagull, Twelth Night, and other works. His numerous national credits include productions for Berkeley Repertory Theater, Intiman Theatre, San Jose Repertory, Dallas Theatre, Goodspeed, and Portland Stage Company.
About the Ticket Supplier: California Shakespeare Theater
The California Shakespeare Theater is committed to being a leading community citizen by nourishing the imaginations of audiences, artists and learners of all ages. We are dedicated to creating boldly imagined and deeply entertaining interpretations of Shakespeare's plays, fresh rediscoveries of important works of World Theater, and new works inspired by classic literature. Through our Artistic Learning programs, we are devoted to providing meaningful and accessible educational opportunities to a diversity of learners throughout the Greater Bay Area.