Pittsburgh Public Theater Closes Lanford Wilson's Talley's Folly 12/12

Described by The New York Times as "theatrical enchantment," Pittsburgh Public Theater presents Lanford Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Talley's Folly. Directed by Pamela Berlin (A Moon for the Misbegotten and Tea at The Public), this romantic comedy stars Julie Fitzpatrick as Sally Talley and Andrew Polk (The Odd Couple at The Public) as Matt Friedman. Talley's Folly is underwritten by RTI International Metals, Inc.

Talley's Folly runs November 11 - December 12, 2010 at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District. For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit www.ppt.org. The Public is led by Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas.

Acclaimed as a master of lyric realism, playwright Lanford Wilson is celebrated for his colorful portraits of misfits, black sheep, and dreamers. Both Sally and Matt, who live in Missouri in 1944, fit this description. He's a 42 year old German-Jewish accountant. She's the rebellious unmarried daughter of a wealthy conservative family. Surrounding them, the biggest topic of the day is World War II and its economic effects. Sally and Matt, however, have other things on their minds when they meet at the Talley family's Victorian folly built along the river. Set on July 4th, the evening's conversation may determine whether their relationship will suddenly spark or finally fizzle.

The design team for Talley's Folly is: Michael Schweikardt (Scenic), Candice Donnelly (Costumes), Chris Dallos (Lighting), and Zach Moore (Sound). Fred Noel is the Production Stage Manager and Alicia DeMara is the Assistant Stage Manager.

About the Playwright
Lanford Wilson was born in Lebanon, Missouri on April 13, 1937. His most acclaimed plays include Balm in Gilead, The Rimers of Eldritch, Lemon Sky, Serenading Louie, The Hot l Baltimore, Burn This, and 5th of July. He received a Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Talley's Folly, among numerous other awards. In addition to writing for the stage, Wilson co-founded the groundbreaking New York theater, Circle Repertory Company, in 1969. He currently lives in Sag Harbor, New York.

Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents
What: Talley's Folly by Lanford Wilson
When: November 11 - December 12, 2010
Performance Schedule
Tues. through Sat. at 8 pm (except Tues., Dec. 7 when the show is at 7 pm).
Sat. & Sun. at 2 pm (except Sat., Nov. 13 & 20).
There will be an additional 2 pm matinee on Thurs., Dec. 9.
Sun. at 7 pm (except Sun., Dec. 12).
Press Night is Thurs. Nov. 18. Opening Night is Fri. Nov. 19.
There will be no performance on Thanksgiving Day, Thurs., Nov. 25.
Ticket Prices: $30.75 to $55.75. $15.75 for students and age 26 and younger.
For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit www.ppt.org