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Life is a Dream at Upstream Theater
Dates: 10/18/2024 - 11/3/2024
📍 Theatre: Upstream Theater
The Marcelle, 3310 Samuel Shepard Drive, St. Louis, MO 63103
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: 314-484-1598
Tickets: $35-$45
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The first show in Upstream Theater's celebratory 20th Season, LIFE IS A DREAM is the professional premiere of a new translation by G.J. Racz of this Spanish classic by Pedro Calderón de la Barca.
Pedro Calderón de la Barca's best-known drama follows the journey of Prince Segismundo, who was imprisoned at birth due to a prophecy. As he grapples with his newfound freedom within a world of court intrigue, Segismundo ponders the nature of his existence and the power of his own choices. A play of enduring relevance in an age filled with political uncertainty. Directed by Philip Boehm.
Performance Dates and Times: October 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31 and November 1, 2 at 8:00 pm October 20 at 7:00 pm October 27 and November 3 at 2:00 pm
Ticket Price Range: $35 - $45 Limited Pay What (If) You Can tickets on Sunday, October 20 $10 limited tickets for Bohemian Thursday, October 24 For group rates, contact upstreamtheater@sbcglobal.net
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Feature: The Muny’s 30 Nods Leads the St Louis Theater Circle Awards Nominations
February 04, 2025 The St. Louis Theater Circle has announced their 2025 nominations for their annual awards. Each year, the Circle honors excellence in professional theater with awards in 34 categories for producing, directing, acting, and technical theatre. This year The Muny leads all companies with 30 nominations spread across their seven musicals presented in their 106th season. STAGES St. Louis, The New Jewish Theatre, and The Repertory Theater of St. Louis earned 19 nominations each. St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s production of AS YOU LIKE IT and STAGES St. Louis production of RAGTIME are the most nominated productions of the year with 10 nods each.
Review: Upstream Theater's LIFE IS A DREAM at The Marcelle
October 20, 2024 Upstream Theater’s production of LIFE IS A DREAM is an illustrious production of Calderón's complex work. It has a clear directorial vision, exceptional acting, and stunning technical design elements. It is a superior in its artistry, staging, and storytelling.
Review: LIFE IS A DREAM at Upstream Theater
October 21, 2024 Dont miss this rare opportunity to see this gem of Spain's 'Golden Age of Drama' - Calderón's 'Life is a Dream'.About the Theatre
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Upstream Theater is at The Marcelle, 3310 Samuel Shepard Drive, St. Louis, MO 63103, St. Louis, MO.
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