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Theatre
Bug
May 1-May 16, 2009
Set in a seedy Oklahoma City motel room, the play centers on the meeting between Agnes, a divorced waitress with a fondness for cocaine and isolation, and Peter, a soft-spoken Gulf War drifter introduced to her by her lesbian friend, R.C. Agnes stays at a hotel in hopes of avoiding her physically abusive ex-husband, Jerry, who was just released from prison. At first, she lets Peter sleep platonically on her floor, but not long after she promotes him to the bed. Matters become more complicated as Jerry eagerly returns to the woman he loves to beat her up, expecting to resume their relationship. On top of that, there's a hidden bug infestation problem that has both Agnes and Peter dealing with scathing welts and festering sores-which has Peter believing this is the result of experiments conducted on him during his stay at an army hospital. Their fears soon escalate to paranoia, conspiracy theories and twisted psychological motives.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $16/Advance, $20/At the Door
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Dates & Times
Dates:
May 1-May 16, 2009Times:
Thursday-Saturday 8:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm -
Venue Info
222 East Monroe Street Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Locations
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Accessibility Info
- Wheelchair Access
- Braille
- Assisted Listening System
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NOTE: We do our best to ensure all information is accurate, however it's a good idea to visit the website or call the venue to verify the information.
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wild
"iTheatre impressive once again. 5 Stars...."
Review posted by: Darren M. from Santa Monica, Ca USA, May 23, 2008
I have been a theater patron in Phoenix (although I live in Santa Monica, Ca) for many years and I must say I was more than impressed with this iTheater production. "Gross Indecency" had everything I... Expand
I have been a theater patron in Phoenix (although I live in Santa Monica, Ca) for many years and I must say I was more than impressed with this iTheater production. "Gross Indecency" had everything I was looking for and more. I actually went twice in two days. It was a delight. I hope you enjoy. Collapse
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Event Name: Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wild
"Verbose but compelling"
Review posted by: Donna from Tempe, AZ , May 19, 2008
Although iTheatre has impressed me mightily in the past, this one was uneven. The lead actor was amazing, but most of the supporting actors were unimpressive. This is a long 'talky' play and although... Expand
Although iTheatre has impressed me mightily in the past, this one was uneven. The lead actor was amazing, but most of the supporting actors were unimpressive. This is a long 'talky' play and although the actors did their best to keep the tempo up, it still dragged in parts. And I thought the video of the people being the author and the critic that started the second act was completely unnecessary. Collapse
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Event Name: Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wild
"Bravo"
Review posted by: Tom & Sarah from Phoenix, AZ, May 14, 2008
My wife and I are recent Seattle transplants that have seen the best of what theatre can offer. And I’m a huge Oscar Wilde fan. When I heard this company was doing this play I couldn’t wait to see... Expand
My wife and I are recent Seattle transplants that have seen the best of what theatre can offer. And I’m a huge Oscar Wilde fan. When I heard this company was doing this play I couldn’t wait to see it. We were blown away. The actor playing Oscar was brilliant. The rest of the cast were equally as amazing in all their various roles. This company should be commended on the masterful staging and direction of this play. Not a production to miss. Collapse
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Event Name: Bad Seed
"A WILD Ride!!!"
Review posted by: Terry from Scottsdale, AZ, May 13, 2007
I loved the movie The Bad Seed, so I knew I'd like the show, but I didn't expect it to be as funny but moving as it was. With a full grown man playing little 8 year old Rhoda, and Paul Braun's witty... Expand
I loved the movie The Bad Seed, so I knew I'd like the show, but I didn't expect it to be as funny but moving as it was. With a full grown man playing little 8 year old Rhoda, and Paul Braun's witty take on landlady Monica Breedlove, there were plenty of laughs, but not in a spoofy way. Rosemary Close, Petey Swartz, and Greg Lutz are excellent, playing the heck out of their roles! The rest of the audience was just as into the show as I was--Laughing, applauding and getting totally caught off-guard by the sad and tragic elements that really pack a punch! Robert X. Planet did a marvelous job! Collapse
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Event Name: Frozen
"Brilliant Frozen is not for the faint-of-heart"
Review posted by: Maxwell Landers from Phoenix, AZ, Mar 17, 2007
iTheatre Collaborative took a huge chance in deciding to produce this very intense, challenging and (maybe) dangerous script. Lavery explores territory that no one wants to think about, but her... Expand
iTheatre Collaborative took a huge chance in deciding to produce this very intense, challenging and (maybe) dangerous script. Lavery explores territory that no one wants to think about, but her lucid examination of brutally repellent subject matter is infused with poetry and the strange clarity of emotion that comes with life's most basic realizations. iTC's production, under Michael Traylor's steady direction, is masterful and serves this grim material with unflinching honesty. Shannon Whirry gives a shattering performance as a bereaved woman who delays mourning her lost daughter for over 20 years. Christopher Haines' detailed depiction of the most repulsive of criminals is, in the end, imbued with a twisted but believable humanity. As the doctor who brings mother and killer together, Rosemary Close elucidates Lavery's disturbing ideas of how a criminal personality is created, the uses of remorse, and can one forgive the unforgivable. This is great theater. See it! Collapse
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Event Name: Orson's Shadow
"Brilliantly acted and directed! Very Stimulating Theater"
Review posted by: Vince from Chandler, Aug 13, 2006
Orson's Shadow is very well-written, but without expert direction and the perfectly honed performances, it would have sunk under it's own weight. Greg Lutz as Olivier and Christopher Haines as Welles... Expand
Orson's Shadow is very well-written, but without expert direction and the perfectly honed performances, it would have sunk under it's own weight. Greg Lutz as Olivier and Christopher Haines as Welles are immensely entertaining, and nail their well-known characters perfectly. Andi Watson and Jason Barth give wonderful performances as Vivian Leigh and Kenneth Tynan, as does Shannon Whirry in the lesser role of Joan Plowright. Don't miss this amazingly intelligent night of theater!! Collapse
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Event Name: Orson's Shadow
"Must see!!"
Review posted by: Nicole from Tempe, AZ, Aug 11, 2006
Excellent show guys!! Keep up the good work!!
Excellent show guys!! Keep up the good work!!
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Event Name: Orson's Shadow
"Re: Time Passes"
Review posted by: Brian Kennedy from Central Phoenix, Aug 08, 2006
I was riveted by the performance of Orson's Shadow!!!! Time passed far too quickly! Every actor in this play made their characters so real that I found myself totally immersed in Orsons world!!The... Expand
I was riveted by the performance of Orson's Shadow!!!! Time passed far too quickly! Every actor in this play made their characters so real that I found myself totally immersed in Orsons world!!The talent I saw on this stage was beyond excellent! The dialog was brilliant! Jason Barth, Kane Anderson, Christopher Haines, Shannon Whirry, Greg Lutz and Andi Watson all deserve standing ovations! I intend to start going to more performances at the Herberger Theater from now on due entirely to this outstanding play I happened to see on Sunday. Thank you for a wonderful experience!! Collapse
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Event Name: Orson's Shadow
"Outstanding!!"
Review posted by: Debbie from Tempe, AZ, Aug 04, 2006
This was the best ensemble execution I've seen in years. A witty, charming, intelligent and poignant look at these legendary actors with an amazing cast to pull it off with ease. I thoroughly... Expand
This was the best ensemble execution I've seen in years. A witty, charming, intelligent and poignant look at these legendary actors with an amazing cast to pull it off with ease. I thoroughly enjoyed this production and will probably see it again! Collapse
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