The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui (Phoenix Theatre Ensemble)
About the show
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble presents Bertolt Brecht’s savage satire about the rise of a fascist dictator. This version marks the U.S. premiere of Stephen Sharkey's recent translation. More…
It's '30s Chicago, where a crazy but charismatic gangster named Arturo Ui is hellbent on gaining power at all costs. Brecht's farce ultimately turns frighteningly relevant as the playwright uses a wide range of parody and pastiche, from Capone to Shakespeare’s 'Richard III' to Goethe’s 'Faust.' Directed by Obie winner Kevin Confoy.
Member Reviews (3)
MEMBERS SAY:
See it if Just an average theatre guy from the east village here- pleasantly surprised by this production. Great if you like RADIO shows & gangsters
Don't see it if want broadway like plot and singing, this is much more original.
See it if you love provocative history plays
Don't see it if you expect clear drama
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