Newly translated and adapted by UMKC professor Dr. Felicia Londré as part of the city-wide celebration, “KC MOlière: 400 in 2022,” “The Pests” follows the hilarious travails of a French nobleman desperately trying—in the face of continuous interruption—to be on time for a rendezvous with the object of his affection. In his 1661 comedy, “Les Fâcheux,” Molière, one of history’s greatest playwrights, dared to mock the hangers-on at the court of France’s Louis XIV. Surprisingly, this airy little garden-set trifle still has the ring of truth in those who would be adjacent to power some 360 years later! When we performed this delightful story last March as a virtual reading, the enthusiastic audience response persuaded our Artistic Committee to mount a full and lively production!
This production is part of “KC MOlière: 400 in 2022,” a celebration of the 17th Century French playwright and actor, corresponding with what will be his 400th birthday in 2022. More information on the ongoing celebration is available at www.kcmoliere400in2022.com.
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Great Expectations
Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (2/14 - 2/14)
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The Acting Company in
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
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Hamilton
Music Hall Kansas City (2/28 - 2/28) | |
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The Sleeping Beauty: International Ballet Stars in Kansas City, MO!
Kansas City Music Hall (3/25 - 3/25) | |
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The Wedding Singer
Music Theatre Kansas City (4/10 - 4/19) | |
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It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That ... Sving
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HAMILTON
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A Night on Broadway
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Stephen Wilson Jr. at Midland Theatre
Midland Theatre (4/17 - 4/17) | |
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