Verge Theater is thrilled to present the stage comedy, Lysistrata, from Greek playwright Aristophanes at the Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture. Performances begin November 14th and run through Nov. 30th. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7pm, with a pair of 3pm Sunday matinees to follow.
It’s 411 B.C., and the women of Greece are tired of the never-ending, all-consuming Peloponnesian war. Tired of the men being away and the strain of conflict, Lysistrata devises a bold and clever plan: all women must withhold intimacy from their husbands and lovers until peace is achieved. While the women strike, chaos ensues as the men, desperate for intimacy, struggle to maintain their authority and think clearly.
This classical Greek comedy is legendary for its timeless take on the battle of the sexes and laugh-out-loud physical comedy. Its conversations around frustration with leadership, hunger for peace, the want of autonomy, and the struggles within a relationship are hidden in the jokes keeping this piece of theater surprisingly relevant 2,000 years later.
The local Bozeman production is presented under the direction of Jess Lee. Tickets for Lysistrata are available for purchase now for a suggested price of $35 with a “Pay What You Wish” option. Visit www.vergetheater.com for reservations and further information about educational opportunities for aspiring thespians. •
