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A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at North Coast Repertory Theatre
North Coast Repertory Theatre closes its season with “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” the bloodthirsty Broadway hit that turns serial killing into an elegant and humorous art form.
Interview: Couples Take the Lead in A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Two married couples take center stage—on and off—in North Coast Rep’s 'A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.' Director Noelle Marion and her husband, Andrew Polec (playing Monty), along with the ensemble's married duo, Shinah and Andrew Hey, share how love, collaboration, and a little comedic chaos fuel this fast-paced, multi-role musical.
Interview: Robert L. Freedman & Jean Kauffman discuss ”A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER”
Interview with Robert L. Freedman & Jean Kauffman about their respective roles in the show, how the musical came to life, and what it means to navigate love, art, and occasional murder together. ”A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” is playing through August 17th at North Coast Repertory Theatre.
BIRTHDAY CANDLES at North Coast Repertory Theatre
“Birthday Candles”, now playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre, is a curious mix because existentialism and birthday cake are not a combo I usually crave. Yet thanks to a charming cast and a moving central performance by Margot White, this blend of humor, heartache, and hope is something richer than expected.
PERIL IN THE ALPS at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Agatha Christie’s famous Hercule Poirot is back on the North Coast Rep stage, this time in the world premiere “Peril in the Alps”, a sequel to ‘Murder on the Links” from two years ago. This is a lighthearted, quick, comic murder mystery and is running through May 25th.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at North Coast Repertory Theatre
When was the last time you thought about the Constitution? I mean really thought about it and how it impacts your life? Probably not that often, but that will change after seeing North Coast Rep’s stellar production of ‘What The Constitution Means To Me,” which is playing through March 30th.
THE HEART SELLERS at North Coast Repertory Theatre
“The Heart Sellers’ at North Coast Repertory Theatre is a lovely testament to the hope and loneliness of new beginnings and the power of friendship.
INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Who remembers the 1970s? This question is asked at the start of “Our Lady of Perpetual Help,” but no matter the answer, North Coast Repertory Theatre brings them vividly to life in this bittersweet family comedy, which plays through November 17th.
A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE at North Coast Repertory Theatre
“A View From The Bridge,” now playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through October 13th, brings a classic to the stage anchored by powerful performances.
SENSE OF DECENCY at North Coast Repertory Theatre
“Sense of Decency” makes its world premiere using misdirection, manipulation, and magic to try to find the difference between a monster and a man. “Sense of Decency” is playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through May 12th.
TARTUFFE is Full of Laughter at North Coast Repertory Theatre
This standout production of 'Tartuffe' at North Coast Repertory Theatre is energetic and intelligent proving that even at 360 years old, this show can still have an audience laughing from start to finish. “Tartuffe” is playing through April 7th.
INTIMATE APPAREL at North Coast Repertory Theatre
INTIMATE APPAREL is a beautiful and detailed production that allows its cast to shine as it explores the hopes and dreams of a seamstress who dreams of more from her life and the risks and rewards of pursuing those dreams. INTIMATE APPAREL is now playing at the North Coast Repertory Theatre through February 4th.
DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE at North Coast Repertory Theatre
The tale of DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE comes to life on the North Coast repertory stage proving that it doesn’t matter how old this story may be, the tale of the inner struggle between good and evil is always a compelling one. With a talented cast, clever staging, and an adaption by Jeffrey Hatcher, this play offers a new way to approach this old tale. DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE is playing through November 19th.
THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR at North Coast Repertory Theatre
THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, the world premiere comedy now playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through October 8th is like an angel food cake; light, fluffy, and leaves you feeling like you had a sweet treat at the end.
PIPPIN has “Magic To Do” at North Coast Repertory Theatre
There is “Magic To Do” by the cast of PIPPIN at North Coast Repertory Theatre. Through August 20th you can see this talented troupe of players as they bring this Fosse classic musical about a young man looking to be “extraordinary” to the stage.
Interview: Actress Kandis Chappell brings a First Lady to the North Coast Repertory Theatre stage in ELEANOR
Interview with actress Kandis Chappell on working on ELEANOR and doing justice to this complex and captivating woman. ELEANOR at North Coast Repertory Theatre through July 2nd.
MURDER ON THE LINKS At North Coast Repertory Theatre
Who knew murder could be so much fun? North Coast Repertory Theatre brings the world premiere comedy of MURDER ON THE LINKS to the stage with a talented cast through May 21st.
THE CHERRY ORCHARD at North Coast Repertory Theatre
THE CHERRY ORCHARD at North Coast Repertory Theatre brings a contemporary contemplation to a classic play with strong performances and a lovely set. THE CHERRY ORCHARD is playing through April 2nd at North Coast Repertory Theatre.