Quotidian Theatre Company to Present A LESSON FROM ALOES, 4/29-5/29

Quotidian Theatre Company continues its dynamic 2016 season with the moving anti-apartheid drama, A Lesson from Aloes, by Athol Fugard.

Set in 1963 in a white district of Port Elizabeth, South Africa, this play provides a compelling portrait of a police state. A liberal Afrikaner involved in anti-apartheid activity, his wife recovering from a nervous breakdown, and their black friend just released from prison, must all consider the few alternatives society allows them.

The play is directed by Washington Stage Guild's Laura Giannarelli, who directed QTC's critically acclaimed production of Brian Friel's "Faith Healer." It features the exceptional talents of QTC favorites David Dubov and Laura Russell, as well as QTC newcomer Addison Switzer.

"This piece is an important one, not only for its portrayal of the fractures that a society under pressure produces even in people on the same side of the anti-apartheid movement, but also for the deeply human characters we see and identify with," said Giannarelli. "I'm thrilled that Quotidian is producing this piece, and honored to direct it."

Artistic Director Jack Sbarbori added, "This play fits right in with our mission of bringing plays to light that provide a sense of looking over a backyard fence, illuminating real human experience and emotion. We're looking forward to our audiences watching along with us."