'Speech and Debate' reaches record ticket sales

Due to ticket demand, performances have been added through May 31, 2008
 
 
American Theater Company announces the addition of new performance dates for its hit production of Speech and Debate by Stephen Karam, directed by Artistic Director PJ Paparelli. The production has been extended through May 31, 2008 at American Theater Company, 1909 W Byron in Chicago.
 
Tickets for the week-long extension are now on sale through the box office, www.atcweb.org and 773.409.4125. The production must close May 31, 2008.
 
Currently in its second extension at NY's Roundabout Theatre, this quick-witted and timely comedy tells the story of three misfits who team up to expose their teacher's online secrets while forming their high school's first Speech and Debate club. With a script by columbinus co-writer Stephen Karam, Artistic Director PJ Paparelli makes his Chicago and ATC directorial debut with this hysterical yet touching tale of three teens' quest for fame and free speech.
 
Title:                  Speech and Debate
Playwright:          Stephen Karam
Directed by:         Artistic Director PJ Paparelli
              

Regular run:         April 28 – May 31, 2008
Schedule:             Thursdays & Fridays: 8:00pm    
Saturdays:            4:00pm & 8:00pm               
Sundays:              3:00pm  

Location:              American Theater Company, 1909 W Byron St., Chicago
Tickets:                Previews:    $20.00
Regular run:         Thurs & matinees $30; Fri & Sat evenings $35
Opening night:     $50.00
Box Office:          The Box Office is located at 1909 W Byron St., Chicago; 773-409-4125; www.atcweb.org