Photo Flash: First Look at Bradley Dean, Rob McClure & More in Cleveland Play House's A COMEDY OF TENORS

Ludwig, one of theatres most accomplished comedic playwrights, has struck gold once again with this comedic tour de force, and has chosen the Tony Award recipient Cleveland Play House as the production's launching pad.

Featuring some of Ludwig's most beloved characters from his critically acclaimed and Tony Award-winning smash hit, LEND ME A TENOR, this laugh-out-loud farce will have audiences in stitches from beginning to end.

Directed by Stephen Wadsworth, one of America's most influential directors, with costume design by six time Tony Award-winning designer William Ivey Long, and co-produced with McCarter Theatre Center, Ken Ludwig's A COMEDY OF TENORS makes its world premiere in Cleveland September 5 - October 3 in the Allen Theatre.

"We start our centennial season with the world premiere of Ken Ludwig's A COMEDY OF TENORS, a fast-paced, hilarious, joyous, triumphant and heartwarming play that celebrates love, family and the power of performance." Cleveland Play House Artistic Director Laura Kepley continues: "As a community this fall we will get to laugh together as we are reminded how silly, sweet, ridiculous and beautiful life can be. We are thrilled to welcome back Ken Ludwig and Rob McClure and to birth this new play which will have a long life in the American theatre."

Amidst the glitz and glamour of 1930's Paris, producer -- and former mayor of Cleveland -- Henry Saunders is attempting to stage the concert of the century with three of the world's greatest opera sensations on the bill. Straightaway, Saunders hits a snag when Italian superstar and notorious male diva, Tito Merelli, threatens to quit the show after finding his wife, the hot-blooded Maria, in the arms of another man. But as in any good comedy, things aren't always what they seem. Reluctantly thrust into the action, Saunders' ex-assistant Max tries to navigate the situation as Tito and Maria's passionate and fiery relationship begins to cause chaos on an operatic level. As opening night draws near, flaring tempers, mistaken identities, and bedroom hijinks bring new meaning to the phrase "the show must go on."

It's no wonder Ludwig has chosen to bring back several characters from his Tony Award-winning production of Lend Me a Tenor. Lend Me a Tenor introduced audiences to some of the most hilarious and over the top characters on the stage, leading to rave reviews from critics everywhere. Like its predecessor, Ken Ludwig's A COMEDY OF TENORS will have audiences falling in love with these madcap characters. Utilizing remarkable physical humor, fast-paced dialogue, and a rousing curtain call consisting of a recap of the play performed at warp speed, Ludwig is sure to have another triumph on his hands.

Ken Ludwig's A COMEDY OF TENORS will take place in the Allen Theatre from September 5 - October 3. Tickets start at $20 for any performance. To order single tickets please call 216-241-6000 or visit clevelandplayhouse.com. Groups of 10+ save up to 40% off single ticket prices; call 216-400-7027.

Photo Credit: Roger Mastroianni

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