George Mason University's Center for the Arts

America’s premier radio theater company presents a double bill of chills, thrills, and great literature with two masterpieces of science fiction and adventure. Recreating the breathless pace and convincing details of Orson Welles’ infamous broadcast of War of the Worlds, L.A. Theatre Works shows why H.G. Wells’ classic novel, on which the broadcast is based, is truly the mother of all space invasions. Welles’ live broadcast in 1938 of an “eyewitness report” of an invasion from Mars caused a nationwide panic, and still resonates today. The company also brings to life Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s comedy, The Lost World, the tale of a harrowing scientific expedition into the Amazon. Determined to prove the existence of prehistoric animals, Professor Challenger and his cohort discover a primeval plateau in the Amazon, where dinosaurs and ape-men coexist and the human race hangs in the balance. “Original, exciting and highly theatrical.” (American Theatre Magazine)

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Described by The New York Times as “a classically trained, modernly hip troupe,” this illustrious British/American touring company presents Shakespeare’s classic comedy. Set in a period of revolution in France, As You Like It tells the story of power hungry men exiling their brothers, girls portraying guys, and love found in unexpected places. Shakespeare’s comic brilliance is wrapped in gender-confused, unrequited love, and Aquila infuses the play with their unique blend of fun and entertaining theatricality. This production is completely faithful to Shakespeare, and yet perfectly accessible to modern audiences. The New York Times described one of Aquila’s previous Shakespearean comedies as “Gleefully engaging ... almost unbearable fun.”

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Shakespeare’s iconic romantic tragedy of innocent young lovers falling victim to family hatred and cruel destiny comes alive on our stage this Valentine’s Day. Swords clash, everlasting love is promised, and a treacherous sleeping potion is swallowed in this sorrowful tale, considered the greatest love story of all time. Evoking the lyricism of Shakespeare’s sonnets, Romeo and Juliet embodies the brief joy of passion and ecstasy felt by these two young lovers before their heartrending fate. This stunning work is performed by the award-winning theater ensemble, The Acting Company, in special tribute to this holiday for lovers.

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Olympia Dukakis performs a concert version of her West End and Broadway hit, Rose, the story of a true survivor. Ms. Dukakis shares an unforgettable portrait of an 80-year old Jewish woman, Rose, who comes from a tiny shtetl in the Ukraine. She takes us along on her journey through war-torn Warsaw to the borscht-belts of post-war Atlantic City and modern day Miami Beach. This is not only the story of a feisty survivor, but also a timely reminder of the extraordinary events which have shaped the last century. The New York Times called her production “A tour de force!...Her command of this intimate epic is extraordinary,” and Time Magazine called it “A magnificent performance.”

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