THE UNDERPANTS And RICHARD II Among The Theatre Guild's 2009 Productions

At his inaugural Theatre Guild Season Launch held last night, new Chair Ben McCann was delighted to announce the programme of productions to be presented by the Theatre Guild in the Little Theatre throughout 2009:

May
Sat 9, Tues-Sat 12-16 & 19-23 at 7.30pm
The Underpants by Carl Sternheim, adapted by Steve Martin
Directed by John Wells
A seriously silly comedy about love, lust and loose knickers!

June
Thurs 18, Fri 19 & Sat 20 at 7.30pm
First Time Out '09 – Altered States of Consciousness
New writing by students of the Creative Writing Program Interpreted for the stage by an ensemble of Theatre Guild actors
Directed by Michael Allen

August
Sat 8, Tues-Sat 11-15 & 18-22 at 7.30pm
Richard II by William Shakespeare
Directed by Harry Dewar
“For God’s sake, let us sit upon the ground and tell sad stories of the death of kings”

October
Sat 17, Tues-20-24 & 27-31 at 7.30pm
Oleanna by David Mamet
Directed by Ben McCann
"What I say is right" - a play about language, sex, and power

Dr McCann said "It's an exciting line up that combines a range of contemporary and classic plays and highlights our commitment to providing a thought-provoking, diverse and varied program each year.  I am particularly thrilled to confirm the continuing collaboration with the University's Creative Writing Discipline which offers many opportunities for student participation and showcases the vitality of the Theatre Guild's engagement with the University community".