St. Thomas Episcopal Church - Hudson Hall
8991 Brook Rd
McLean, VA
United States
Tartuffe is an impossibly charming imposter who smooth-talks his way toward power, money and romance within a wealthy household—until his ruse is hilariously exposed. Packed with non-stop wit and lyrical sparkle by American composer Kirke Mechem, America meets Versailles in this lively musical take on Molière's classic skewering of moral and religious hypocrisy.
(Sung in English, Two hours with one intermission)
Performances:
July 10th at 7:30 PM
July 11th at 2:30 PM
July 18th at 7:30 PM
July 19th at 2:30 PM
Starring Michael Pistorio as Tartuffe, Kristine Overman/Monica Niemi as Mariane, Elizabeth Pope as Dorine, Vincent Fung as Orgon, Eliana Berrean/Emily Warren as Elmire, Nico Caruso as Valère
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Susannah Polk is a young woman whose beauty and independence make her stand out in her tightly-knit mountain community. When she’s accused of immoral behavior by the valley’s self-righteous elders, rumor quickly hardens into judgment. Even the well-meaning Reverend is torn between compassion and desire, creating turmoil that drives the drama to bitter tragedy. Carlisle Floyd’s score fuses Appalachian folk sounds with soaring lyricism, creating one of the most unforgettable American works of the 20th century.
(Sung in English, 80 minutes with one intermission)
Performances:
July 12th at 2:30 PM
July 13th at 7:30 PM
July 16th at 7:30 PM
July 17th at 7:30 PM
Starring Monica Niemi/Kristine Overman as Susannah Polk, James Myers as Olin Blitch, Nico Caruso as Sam Polk, Kurt Lannetti as Little Bat McLean