May 4 - June 4, 2017
The production has closed.
The Arabian Nights
written by Mary Zimmerman
Adapted from THE BOOK OF THE THOUSAND NIGHTS AND ONE NIGHT
Constellation Theatre Company caught the attention of the DC theatre scene in 2007 with its production of The Arabian Nights. 10 years later, the company is delighted to present a brand new production of this legendary tale.
For 1,001 nights Scheherazade uses the power of storytelling to save her own life. Each evening she captivates King Shahryar by spinning tales of love, lust, sorrow and revenge. Comic stories like “The Jester’s Wife” alternate with mysterious dreams and moving stories of love and sacrifice. This collection of Middle Eastern stories is a testament to how the magic of storytelling can transform people, illuminate their minds and redeem their souls. Featuring live music by Tom Teasley.
Recommended for ages 16+.
Run Time: 2:20, plus one intermission
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"Beautiful... Compelling... Sophisticated!"
- The Washington Post
"Dynamic and Energetic"
- DC Metro Theater Arts
"A Dream Come True"
- Sharpencity
"A Handsome Remounting of Its Inaugural Show!"
- The Washington Post
"A Great Introduction to the Work of this Bold Theatre Company!"
- MD Theatre Guide
Ensemble
Madman and others
Dunyazade and others
Scheherezade
Wazir and others
Pastrycook and others
Perfect Love and others
Jester and others
Jester's Wife and others
Sympathy the Learned and others
Shahryar
Harun Al-Rashid and others
Understudy
Understudy
Understudy
Understudy
*Member of Actors' Equity Association
Creative Team
Director ........................................... Allison Arkell Stockman
Composer/Live Performer ............. Tom Teasley
Scenic Designer .............................. A.J. Guban^
Costume Designer .......................... Erik Teague^
Lighting Designer ........................... Jason Arnold^
Properties Designer ........................ Matthew Aldwin McGee
Choreographer ................................ Veronique Tran
Production Stage Manager ............. Rachel Hamilton
Stage Manager ................................. Matt Balfour
Production Team
Assistant Director ...................................... Jenna Duncan
Prod Assistant Stage Manager ................. Carissa Gilson
Assistant Stage Manager .......................... Sarah Kate Patterson
Technical Director ..................................... Mike Salmi
Master Electrician ..................................... Alex Keen
Scenic Charge ........................................... Megan Hart