Northlight Theatre Presents Hugh Leonard's A LIFE 3/18-4/25

Northlight Theatre continues its 35th Anniversary Season with Hugh Leonard's A Life, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones and featuring Tony Award winner John Mahoney. The production runs March 18 - April 25, 2010 at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie.

John Mahoney stars in A Life, an evocative play about the evolution of friendships in a small Irish town, and the sequel to the late Hugh Leonard's most celebrated work, Da.

As Desmond Drumm nears retirement his memories come to life, reminding him of the triumphs and tragedies of his youth and prompting him to mend relationships with a childhood friend and the love interest that had charmed them both. But as scenes from the past shed light on the misunderstandings of today, Desmond must realize that his lifelong ability to use his great intellect and acerbic wit as a means of self-defense has come at a cost.

Title A Life
Written by: Hugh Leonard
Directed by: Artistic Director BJ Jones
Featuring: Bradley Armacost, Robert Belushi, Joanne Dubach, Melanie Keller, Linda Kimbrough, John Mahoney, Matt Schwader and Penny Slusher

Previews: March 18- March 26, 2010
Press opening: Saturday, March 27, 2:30 and 8:00 pm
Regular run: March 28 - April 25, 2010

Schedule: Tuesdays: 7:30 pm (except March 23 and April 6 and 20)
Wednesdays: 1:00 pm (except March 24 when it will begin at 10:30 am);
7:30 pm
Thursdays: 7:30 pm
Fridays: 8:00 pm
Saturdays: 2:30 pm (except March 20);
8:00 pm
Sundays: 2:30 pm (except March 28);
7:00 pm (except March 28 when it will begin at 6pm,
April 4, and 18)

Location: Northlight Theatre is located at the North Shore Center for the
Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie.

Tickets: Previews: $35- $50
Regular run: $35-$50

Box Office: The Box Office is located at 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie.
847.673.6300; northlight.org

Northlight continues its 35th season in 2009-2010 as one of the largest non-profit theatres in Chicago. Dedicated to enhancing the cultural life of the North Shore and Chicago, Northlight presents theatrical works which reflect and challenge the values and beliefs of the community it serves while continuing to grow its reputation for launching world premieres, new musicals, classic plays and intelligent dramas.
In its 35-year history, the organization has mounted over 160 productions, including over 33 world premieres, and garnered 145 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations and 27 Awards. As one of the area's premier theatre companies, Northlight is a regional magnet for critical and professional acclaim, as well as talent of the highest quality. For more information on A Life and Northlight Theatre, visit northlight.org.

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