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THE GREAT LEAP at Farmers Alley Theatre
Dates: 1/27/2023 - 2/12/2023
📍 Theatre: Farmers Alley Theatre
221 Farmers Alley
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Phone: 269-343-2727
Tickets: $30-$39
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THE GREAT LEAP by LAUREN YEE
1989. An American college basketball team travels from San Francisco to Beijing for a “friendship game” against a Chinese squad.
Far from friendly, the matchup quickly becomes a high-stakes battle, as the American coach fights for his reputation and his Chinese counterpart fights for his life. Both countries try to tease out the politics behind this newly popular sport.
Cultures clash as the Chinese coach tries to pick up moves from the Americans and Chinese-American player Manford, spies on his opponents.
Caught in the middle, Manford must prove his mettle on the court while unraveling a long-kept secret. Cultures and generations clash in this kinetic, darkly comic sports drama.
Inspired by events in her own father’s life, playwright Lauren Yee applies a devilishly keen satiric eye to…her generation (and its parents).
"Full-court banter and intensity mark a gripping 'Great Leap!'" - The Washington Post
"'The Great Leap' scores with a mix of hoops and heartbreak." - Los Angeles Times
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News About THE GREAT LEAP at Farmers Alley Theatre
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Michigan Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
December 26, 2023 It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Michigan Awards; MARY POPPINS, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, The Croswell Opera House & More Lead!
December 18, 2023 There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; MARY POPPINS, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, The Croswell Opera House & More Lead!
December 11, 2023 It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards December 5th Standings; MARY POPPINS Leads Best Musical!
December 05, 2023 It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
RENT Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre This June and July.
June 08, 2023 Concluding a mainstage season of critically acclaimed performances (A Gentleman’s Guide To Love and Murder, A Swinging Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett, The Great Leap, Becoming Dr. Ruth, Chicken & Biscuits), Farmers Alley Theatre will present its highly anticipated production of RENT.
Farmers Alley Theatre's Michigan Premiere Production Of CHICKEN & BISCUITS
April 06, 2023 Continuing a streak of critically acclaimed performances (Bright Star, A Gentleman's Guide To Love and Murder, A Swinging Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett, The Great Leap, Becoming Dr. Ruth), Farmers Alley Theatre will bring the very first production of Chicken & Biscuits to Michigan audiences.
Farmers Alley Theatre Presents the Regional Premiere Production Of BECOMING DR. RUTH
February 16, 2023 Continuing a streak of critically acclaimed performances (Bright Star, A Gentleman's Guide To Love and Murder, A Swinging Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett, The Great Leap), Farmers Alley Theatre is thrilled to bring the very first production of Becoming Dr. Ruth to West Michigan audiences.
Farmers Alley Theatre's Regional Premiere Production Of THE GREAT LEAP
January 05, 2023 Continuing our streak of sold out performances and extended runs (Bright Star, A Gentleman's Guide To Love and Murder, A Swinging Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett), Farmers Alley Theatre presents the very first production of The Great Leap to West Michigan audiences.About the Theatre
Farmers Alley Theatre produces professional theatre of the highest caliber in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Its staff and artists strive to entertain while inspiring, educating, and communicating with audiences to reflect on the diverse human experience.
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