{"id":18859,"date":"2017-03-16T08:56:33","date_gmt":"2017-03-16T12:56:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/college.unc.edu\/?p=18859"},"modified":"2024-07-02T16:35:39","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T16:35:39","slug":"myfairlady","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/collegearchive.unc.edu\/?p=18859","title":{"rendered":"PlayMakers Repertory Company presents \u201cMy Fair Lady\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"MFLTitleArtPlayMakers Repertory Company <\/strong><\/a>presents Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe\u2019s \u201cMy Fair Lady,\u201d the most “loverly” musical of them all, at the Paul Green Theatre in the Center for Dramatic Art April 5-29.<\/p>\n

PlayMakers has re-imagined this classic musical to fit the intimate stage at the Paul Green Theatre, and welcomes a dynamic cast that includes newcomer, Mia Pinero, as Eliza, along with some of the company\u2019s most beloved guest and resident actors. Acclaimed British-American director Tyne Rafaeli makes her much awaited PlayMakers debut..She is joined by returning Music Director Mark Hartman.<\/p>\n

“This whole season has explored stories of transformation and sparked discussion on some of today\u2019s most important issues. What better way to end our 2016-2017 main-stage series than to be transported by a relevant, thoughtful, fresh take on one of the best known stories of transformation of all time,\u201d says Vivienne Benesch, PlayMakers\u2019 producing artistic director. \u201cIn Tyne and her marvelous creative team\u2019s hands, this production brings the complexity of Shaw\u2019s story to arresting new life while honoring the beloved musical\u2019s original frame and richness. With the heightened intimacy of a two-piano orchestration, this beloved musical promises magnificent voices, visual splendor and an energetic, entertaining evening for all.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Mia Pinero as Eliza Doolittle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

“\u2019My Fair Lady\u2019 offers the opportunity to celebrate the theatre as a place of transcendence, beauty and joy \u2013 as well as a place to ask vital and complicated questions about how we live,\u201d adds director Tyne Rafaeli. \u201cThis is a story of transformation. Transformation through education, transformation through smashing down the walls that separate us, transformation through realizing we may be closer to ‘the other half’ than we think. Approaching this iconic musical is a thrilling opportunity to widen our perspective and shine a light on some of the complexities we face in 2017.”<\/p>\n

Making their PlayMakers acting debuts are Mia Pinero <\/strong>as Eliza Doolittle (credits include \u201cWest Side Story\u201d at Broadway Rose Theatre and \u201cThe Threepenny Opera\u201d at Kasser Theatre), and Gary Milner <\/strong>as Alfred Doolittle (credits include \u201cDoctor Zhivago\u201d at Broadway Theatre and \u201cLove Story\u201d at Duchess Theatre, London).<\/p>\n

Returning to perform are many PlayMakers company favorites: Jeffrey Blair Cornell <\/strong>as Henry Higgins (\u201cThe Crucible,\u201d \u201cAn Enemy of the People\u201d); Ray Dooley <\/strong>as Colonel Pickering (\u201cTwelfth Night\u201d \u201cSweeney Todd,\u201d \u201cPeter and the Starcatcher\u201d); \u00a0Julie Fishell <\/strong>as Mrs. Higgins (\u201cThe May Queen,\u201d \u201cThree Sisters\u201d); Julia Gibson <\/strong>as Mrs. Pearce (\u201cTwelfth Night,\u201d \u201cInto the Woods\u201d); joining them is Triangle-favorite Jade Arnold <\/strong>as Freddy (\u201cSweeney Todd\u201d).<\/p>\n

The Ensemble features: David Adamson,<\/strong> Carlos Alcala,<\/strong> John Allore,<\/strong> Catherine Baird,<\/strong> Bradley Barefoot,<\/strong> Geoffrey Culbertson,<\/strong> Rishan Dhamija,<\/strong> Alex Givens,<\/strong> Jenny Latimer,<\/strong> Shanelle Nicole Leonard,<\/strong> Christine Mirzayan<\/strong> and Tristan Parks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Creative Team of \u201cMy Fair Lady\u201d<\/u>:<\/h4>\n

Tyne Rafaeli (Director): <\/strong>Tyne is a British-American director who trained at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and Columbia University. She has directed classics, new plays and musicals in London and the U.S., and her recent credits include \u201cThe Lion in Winter\u201d at Two River Theatre, \u201cOthello\u201d at Classic Stage Company, \u201cChasing Rainbows\u201d at Godspeed Opera House and \u201cPride and Prejudice\u201d at American Players Theater, among others. Rafaeli is a 2016-18 Time Warner Directing Fellow at the Women’s Project Theatre and received the 2014 SDC Sir John Gielgud Fellowship for Classic Direction. Her upcoming productions include the world premiere of \u201cActually\u201d by Anna Ziegler at The Geffen Playhouse.<\/p>\n

Mark Hartman (Music Director): <\/strong>Mark is a musician, music director and composer whose work has been heard on Broadway, off-Broadway, and at regional theaters around the country. A UNC-Chapel Hill alumnus, he is returning to PlayMakers where he has previously served as music director for \u201cSweeney Todd,\u201d \u201cInto the Woods,\u201d \u201cAssassins\u201d and \u201cCabaret\u201d. Hartman’s credits include: \u201cSondheim on Sondheim\u201d (Studio 54), \u201cAvenue Q\u201d (John Golden Theatre, NY), \u201c1776\u201d (Roundabout Theatre Company) and \u201cPippin\u201d (Goodspeed Musicals, national tour), among others. He is the recipient of two MAC Awards and the Backstage Bistro Award for Music Direction.<\/p>\n

The Creative Team of \u201cMy Fair Lady\u201d also includes: Tracy Bersley <\/strong>(Choreographer), McKay Coble<\/strong>, (Scenic Designer), Andrea Hood <\/strong>(Costume Designer), Masha Tsimring <\/strong>(Lighting Designer), Anna Warda Alex <\/strong>(Sound Designer), Gregory Kable <\/strong>(Dramaturg), John Patrick <\/strong>(Voice Coach), Charles K. Bayang <\/strong>(Stage Manager) and Hannah-Jean Farris <\/strong>(Assistant Stage Manager).<\/p>\n

This play is recommended for audiences 10 and older.<\/p>\n

About PlayMakers Repertory Company<\/u>:<\/h4>\n

PlayMakers is the professional theater in residence in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and North Carolina\u2019s premier resident theater company for more than 40 years. PlayMakers has been named one of the \u201cbest regional theatres in America\u201d.<\/p>\n

Performance Schedule<\/u>:<\/h4>\n

\u201cMy Fair Lady\u201d takes the stage at the Paul Green Theatre in the Center for Dramatic Art on Country Club Road. Showtimes will be 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, plus 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 15. Previews: April 5-7. Opening Night & Press Night: Saturday, April 8.<\/p>\n

For information and to purchase tickets, call 919.962.7529 or visit playmakersrep.org. Individual ticket prices for \u201cMy Fair Lady\u201d start at $10 for students with UNC ID and $15 for non-students.<\/p>\n

Special Events<\/u>:<\/h4>\n
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  • March 20, 7:00 p.m. <\/strong>\u2014 \u201cIn the Wings\u201d presented by PlayMakers and the Durham County Library. Cast and creative team members discuss the play at the South Regional branch, 4505 S. Alston Ave., Durham.<\/li>\n
  • March 29, 6:30 p.m.<\/strong>, Paul Green Theatre \u2014 \u201cThe Vision Series\u2014Directors in Conversation,\u201d a behind-the-scenes preview with members of the creative team, moderated by Director of Education and Outreach Jenny Wales. The event is free and open to the public. Enjoy coffee and hors d\u2019oeuvres, learn about the vision for the show, and get a sneak peek at the sets and costumes in progress. Reservations are appreciated, call the Box Office at 919.962.7529. Members of the media are<\/u> invited to cover the Vision Series. Photography, videography, lights and flashes are not restricted.<\/u><\/em><\/li>\n
  • April 5-7, 7:30 p,m. <\/strong>\u2014 Preview performances<\/li>\n
  • April 8, 7:30 p.m. <\/strong>\u2014 Opening Night & Press Opening<\/li>\n
  • April 11, 7:30 p,m. <\/strong>\u2014 All-access performance for attendees with special needs, with sign language interpretation and audio description<\/li>\n
  • April 11, 7:30 p,m. <\/strong>\u2014 Community Night at PlayMakers: General admission seating, with all tickets $15<\/li>\n
  • April 12 & 16 <\/strong>\u2014 Free post-show discussions with members of the artistic staff<\/li>\n
  • April 15, 7:30 p.m. <\/strong>\u2014 Open captioned performance, with dialog, stage direction, and sound effects communicated on a \u201cuniversal access\u201d live caption unit<\/li>\n
  • April 29, 7:30 p.m. <\/strong>\u2014 MindPlay, a free post-show psychoanalytic reading of our productions in partnership with the North Carolina Psychoanalytic Society<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Production of \u201cMy Fair Lady\u201d is co-sponsored by Ruggero Piano.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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