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Opus

Drama,Music

Seattle Repertory Theatre

Venue: Leo K Theatre
155 Mercer St
Queen Anne, Seattle
206-443-2222
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1st Event: Friday, October 30, 2009
Opening Night: Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Closes: Sunday, December 6, 2009

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A passionate, musicfilled glimpse into the breakup and makeup of a renowned string quartet.

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Price range: $30 - $60
25 or under: $12
Seniors: $15

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By Seattle Repertory Theatre

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Leo K. Theatre
Opus
By Michael Hollinger
Directed by Braden Abraham
October 30 - December 6, 2009

"An absorbing 95 minutes of drama" — Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
In front of an audience they're pitch perfect, but behind the scenes of the Lazara string quartet, things aren't quite so adagio. Tapped to play at the White House years after in-fighting broke them up, the group reunites—with a new member, a promising young student. As they prepare for the gig of their lives, tempers flare, relationships crumble and new ones bloom. Opus is a passionate, music-filled glimpse into the fascinating world of professional classical musicians

Recommended for ages 14 and above for mild profanity, some adult situations.

Cast

Charles Leggett: Carl
Allen Fitzpatrick: Elliot
Shawn Beylea: Alan
Chelsey Rives: Grace
Todd Jefferson Moore: Dorian

Company

Braden Abraham: Director
Etta Lilienthal: Scenic Designer
Frances Kenny: Costume Designer
LB Morse: Lighting Designer
Matt Starritt: Sound Designer

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The Stranger
Review by Brendan Kiley
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Opus details the crucible of collaboration and all the hair-tearing and teeth-gnashing required to make something beautiful.
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Queen Anne/Magnolia News
Review by Starla Smith
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Each scene of \"Opus\" resembles a musical movement, with a unique mood and tempo.
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Seattle Weekly
Review by Margarat Friedman
Thursday, November 12, 2009
One of the many delights of the swirling, lyrical one-act is how much of the dialogue feels like music.
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TeenTix Blog
Review by Lauren W.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Opus is a fascinating exploration of everyday artists.
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Seattleactor.com
Review by Jerry Kraft
Thursday, November 12, 2009
I came to this play expecting a backstage expose on the nasty rivalries in classical music, but “Opus” is so very much more than that.
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Seattle Times
Review by Misha Berson
Thursday, November 12, 2009
A finely attuned Seattle cast performs Hollinger\'s clever, moving score in near-perfect pitch.
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Broadwayworld.com
Review by Jay Irwin
Thursday, November 5, 2009
While the ensemble never actually plays a note, they make beautiful music together.
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Seattle Fine Arts Examiner
Review by Steve Clare
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Opus is a magnificently crafted octave of theatre. Well worth the visit. Well worth the money. Well done Michael Hollinger.
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Broadway Hour Seattle
Review by Kenna Kettrick
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Opus is a one act, but it packs a wallop in those 90 minutes.
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Seattle P-I Blogs
Review by John Levesque
Thursday, November 5, 2009
When one of his characters passionately compares playing in a string quartet to lovemaking, it is not only credible, it\'s downright sensual.
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