Photo Flash: Long Wharf Theatre Presents ENDGAME
Long Wharf Theatre, under the director of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Joshua Borenstein, presents Endgame, by Samuel Beckett, directed by Edelstein. The play runs from January 5 through February 5, 2017 on Stage II. Tickets start at $29.
Check out photos from the show below!
Brian Dennehy (Love Letters, Krapp's Last Tape, and Hughie) and Reg E. Cathey (Obie Award-winner), two of the greatest stage actors of this generation, star in a once in a lifetime theatrical event, performing one of the most influential plays of the 20th century. Endgame, Samuel Beckett's uncompromising masterpiece, explores the biggest question we all face - can love, family, or belief truly give meaning to our lives? Beckett's rich use of language, mordant sense of humor, and courageous worldview combine to weave a spell both humorous and chilling. "That such a dark and unsparing play can leave its audiences so richly rewarded is one of the great mysteries of art," said The Telegraph.
The cast includes Cathey (Clov), Dennehy (Hamm), Joe Grifasi (Nagg), and Lynn Cohen (Nell.) The creative team includes Eugene Lee (sets), Kaye Voyce (costumes), Jennifer Tipton (lighting), and Kathy Snyder (stage manager.)
Endgame received its world premiere in England (although the production was in French) in 1957. It debuted in New York at Cherry Lane Theatre in 1958. Endgame, as is true of much of much of Beckett's work, was first regarded with mixed emotions by critics - some adored Beckett's perspective, finding it poetic, while many others were baffled. Over time, Beckett's work took its place in forefront of 20th century literature.
For more information about the show, call 203-787-4282 or visit longwharf.org.
Photo credit: T. Charles Erickson
Lynn Cohen and Joe Grifasi
Brian Dennehy and Reg E. Cathey
Brian Dennehy and Reg E. Cathey
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