by John Ford
 
November 5-20, 2010
 
at The Walker Community Church

Friday & Saturday evenings at 7:30pm
 
Tickets: $14 – $24, sliding scale

Pay-What-You-Can Performance Monday, November 8th, 7:30pm

Published in 1633, 'Tis Pity is John Ford's dark twist on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet: Giovanni and Annabella are not just ill-fated lovers, they're also brother and sister.  In an attempt to save her honor, Annabella is forced to marry a wealthy suitor, sending Giovanni into a desperate state of jealousy.  In a society of men preoccupied with their own carnal desires and a church run by corrupt officials, who can prevent the inevitable, horrific climax?  Bloody, lustful, and rife with ironic wit, 'Tis Pity She's a Whore is the ultimate Jacobean revenge-tragedy.
 
To capture the spirit of a 17th century theatre-going experience, while remaining relevant to modern audiences, our production will incorporate: open staging, universal lighting, contemporary costuming, live sound, company-performed music between acts, and concessions for sale in the theater.