Lookingglass Theatre Announces Return Engagement of HEPHAESTUS

Lookingglass Theatre Company proudly announces the return of its popular circus-inspired theatrical event: Hephaestus: A Greek Mythology Circus Tale, created by Artistic Associate Tony Hernandez, story and direction by Tony Hernandez and Ensemble Member Heidi Stillman. Hephaestus will run at the Goodman's Owen Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn, April 7-May 23, 2010.

The world's elite circus performers, including veteran members of the Wallenda Family, Ringling Bros. and Cirque du Soleil, return to Chicago for Hephaestus: A Greek Mythology Circus Tale. A Silverguy Entertainment and Lookingglass Original sold-out hit in 2005 and 2008, Hephaestus is a must-see circus theatre event. Evocative storytelling, amazing athleticism and the very highest levels of circus artistry bring the ancient Greek myth of Hephaestus to the high wire in this death-defying circus retelling created by renowned circus artist Tony Hernandez and Lookingglass Artistic Director of New Work Heidi Stillman.

According to Greek Myth, Hephaestus was born weak, disfigured and crippled. Displeased by the sight of her son, Hera cast Hephaestus from the heavens, and he fell for an entire day before landing in the sea. On Earth, Hephaestus became a great artist, fashioning metal into beautiful works of art. Combining elements of circus, theatre, live music and dance, Hephaestus: A Greek Mythology Circus Tale follows the god of the forge as he encounters sea nymphs, creates men out of steel and falls in love with the most beautiful goddess of all.

"The return of Hephaestus and Lookingglass Alice celebrates Lookingglass' commitment to producing dynamic and daring physical works," says Lookingglass Artistic Associate and Hephaestus co-conceiver Tony Hernandez. "Hephaestus is both a beautiful, and literal, example of theatre without a net. We are thrilled to be collaborating with the Goodman as we perform in the impressive Owen Theatre."

Hephaestus: A Greek Mythology Circus Tale
Playwrights: Tony Hernandez and Heidi Stillman
Directed by: Tony Hernandez and Heidi Stillman
Co-Produced by: Silverguy Entertainment

Dates: Previews: April 7-13
Run dates: through May 23, 2010

Times: Tuesdays: 7:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m.
Thursdays: 7:30 p.m.
Fridays: 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
There will be no performances on April 10, 2010 due to Lookingglass' premier gala event, gglassquerade
Sundays: 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Location: Goodman Theatre's Owen Bruner Theatre,
170 N. Dearborn
Prices: Previews: $20 - $40
Regular run: $25 - $70

Box Office: Tickets available through GoodmanTheatre.org;
170 North Dearborn; 312.443.3800

Mezztix are half-price mezzanine tickets available at 12 noon at the box office, and at 10am online (promo code MEZZTIX) day of performance; Mezztix are not available by telephone.
10Tix are $10 mezzanine tickets for students available at 12 noon at the box office, and at 10am online on the day of performance; 10Tix are not available by telephone. Valid student I.D. must be presented when picking up the tickets. Limit four per student with I.D. All tickets are subject to availability and handling fees apply.

About Lookingglass Theatre Company
Inventive. Collaborative. Transformative. Lookingglass Theatre Company was founded in 1988 by eight Northwestern University students. 2009-2010 marks the company's 22nd anniversary season. Lookingglass is home to a multi-disciplined ensemble of artists who create story-centered theatrical work that is physical, aurally rich and visually metaphoric. Lookingglass has staged 52 world premieres at 23 venues across Chicago, and garnered 41 Joseph Jefferson Awards and Citations.

Work premiered at Lookingglass has been produced in New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle, Berkeley, Philadelphia, Princeton, Hartford, Kansas City, Washington D.C. and St. Louis. In the coming year, Lookingglass Alice will be seen ALLIANCE THEATRE, The Actors Theatre of Louisville, and Syracuse Stage; Around The World in 80 Days will be produced at Centerstage in Baltimore and Kansas City Repertory. Lookingglass Originals have been produced across the United States.

The Lookingglass Theatre in Chicago's landmark Water Tower Water Works opened in June 2003. In addition to developing and presenting ensemble work, Lookingglass Education and Community programs encourage creativity, teamwork and confidence with more than 15,000 community members each year.

Lookingglass Theatre Company continues to expand its artistic, financial and institutional boundaries under the guidance of Artistic Director David Catlin, Executive Director Rachel Kraft, Producing Artistic Director Philip R. Smith, Artistic Director of New Work Heidi Stillman, a 22-member artistic ensemble, 14 artistic associates, 13 production affiliates, an administrative staff and a dedicated board of directors led by Lisa Narpastek Green.

For more information, visit www.lookingglasstheatre.org.

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