Last update: April 6, 2010
Poudre High School Theatre Presents
The Servant of Two Masters
By Carlo Goldoni
Translation by Dorothy Louise
Directed by Dulcie Willis
3 Nights Only!
April 21, 22, 23
7:00pm
Tickets ($8 Adults, $6 Students/Seniors) available at the door or at www.showtix4u.com
PHS Auditorium
Produced by special arrangement from Samuel French, Inc.
For more information, contact dulciea@psdschools.org
Jump on the pageant wagon at Poudre High School April 21, 22, 23 for a hilarious ride with an overwhelmed servant, four devoted lovers, and two determined fathers. Serving with style and flair, Poudre High School Theatre presents the theatrical tradition of Commedia Dell’Arte. Originating in the 17th century, this Italian style of comedy uses over-the-top physical comedy and outrageous characters that will keep audience members of all ages in stitches.
A Servant of Two Masters written by Carlo Goldoni, translated by Dorothy Louise follows a cast of ridiculous characters, each with their own agenda, who cross paths and get mixed
up each others’ lives in a series of hilarious events. There is engagement, love, marriage, sword fighting, mistaken identity and much more in this fast paced, uproariously funny performance. Poudre’s contemporary interpretation of a script written over 200 years ago incorporates the traditional style of Commedia, while integrating a few modern twists resulting in endless amount of hilarity that will make this show unlike anything you’ve ever seen before.
Poudre’s own traveling troubadours present the play complete with pageant wagon, stunning costumes and live music. Student Scott Trout is featured as the servant Truffaldino, Zach Eulberg as Florindo, Zoe Krucky as Beatrice with Myles Sloniker leading the musical ensemble. Dulcie Willis directs the clever gang of players in collaboration with costume director Kari Armstrong and technical director Joel Smith.
The pageant wagon arrives in the Poudre High School Auditorium on Wednesday April 21st, Thursday April 22nd, and Friday April 23rd. All shows are at 7:00p.m. Tickets are $6 for students/senior citizens and $8 for adults and can be purchased online at www.showtix4u.com or at the door prior to the performance. Seating is general admission. For more information, contact Dulcie Willis at dulciea@psdschools.org. Don’t miss your serving of entertainment this spring! Buy your tickets today!