Overmyer's 'On The Verge' Premieres Jan.30

Director John Grabowski and Fool's Pearls Productions are proud to present On the Verge; or The Geography of Yearning by Eric Overmyer at the Gene Frankel Theater.  On the Verge has become one of Mr. Overmyer's most popular works, due to its heightened, dynamic interplay of language and the often comic, always whip smart insight into nineteenth century women and culture. John Grabowski's production incorporates innovating lighting, movement and projections for a modern approach to this bold, lively play.

"On the Verge begins in 1888 with three fiercely independent explorer ladies as they embark on an adventure that will include not only the darkest of jungles and Himalayan peaks but the brave and exhilarating new world 1955 America. Mr. Overmyer arms his heroines with essentials such as pith helmets, rhinestone tiaras, butterfly nets, parasols and egg beaters, as they leave Victorian America behind to seek out unknown land -- Terra Incognita…As the women traverse the geography of yearning, they discover within themselves a powerful pull towards the future," explain press notes.

Cast: Helen Kim, Casey McClellan, Joey Schaljo, and Madeline Virbasius-Walsh

Production Crew: Stage Manager:  Mariel Matos, Dialect Coach:  Maggie Surovell , Lighting Design:  Dans Sheehan, Set Design:  Oliver Sohngen, Costume Design:  Laurel Anderson and Justine Lacey, Graphic Design:  Duane Bruton, Choreography/movement: Grant Neale, Sound Design:  Matthew Anderson

Tickets for On the Verge are available at www.Smarttix.com or by phone, 212-868-4444. Tickets will be $16.50 online, $18.00 at the door.  Student and group discounts available.

Performances begin January 30 through February 10, 2008. Show times are Wednesday - Saturday at 8PM; and Sunday at 2PM. The Gene Frankel Theater is located at 24 Bond Street ( between Lafayette Street and Bowery). For more information please go to, www.genefrankel.com  

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