The Metromaniacs 14-15

Mistaken identity, misplaced ardor and a fight for true love ensues in Alexis Piron’s classic 1738 French farce, The Metromaniacs. Would-be poet Damis has fallen for the works of the mysterious Breton poetess, not knowing she is really middle-aged gentleman Francalou. However, Francalou allows Damis to believe the poetess is his own daughter, Lucile, in order to separate her from Dorante, the son of his sworn enemy. Add to the chaos some scheming servants, pseudonyms, disguises and poetic wooing reminiscent of Cyrano and there is much to untangle before love-plots are resolved and a happy ending found.

Continuing the successful partnership between Artistic Director Michael Kahn and David Ives, STC presents the third play in Ives’ series of rediscovered French comedy masterpieces, following The Heir Apparent (2011) and The Liar (2010). A world-premiere translation and adaptation, Ives’ presentation of The Metromaniacs once again applies his brilliant sense of comedic timing to a lost classic.

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Danny Cackley
Servant

Christian Conn*
Damis

Michael Goldstrom*
Mondor

Peter Kybart*
Baliveau

Adam LeFevre*
Francalou

Ross Destiche+
Servant

Amelia Pedlow*
Lucille

Anthony Roach*
Dorante

Dina Thomas*
Lisette

* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers.

+ Shakespeare Theatre Company Acting Fellow.
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David Ives
Adapter

Michael Kahn
Director

James Noone
Scenic Designer

Murell Horton
Costume Designer

Mark McCullough
Lighting Designer

Matt Tierney     
Sound Designer

Adam Wernick
Composer

Carter C. Wooddell
Resident Casting Director

Laura Stanczyk, CSA
Casting Director

Ellen O’Brien
Voice and Text Coach

Drew Lichtenberg
Literary Associate/ Dramaturg

Craig Baldwin
Assistant Director

Bret Torbeck*
Production Stage Manager

Elizabeth Clewley*
Assistant Stage Manager
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