Theatre

10 March - 2 April 2011

Octagon Theatre Bolton, Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough and
Hull Truck Theatre present

The Price

By Arthur Miller. Director: David Thacker

About

The Price is another of Arthur Miller's masterpieces in the tradition of All My Sons, The Crucible and A View From the Bridge.

The Price sees Miller at his explosive best with a compassionate family drama that is funny, surprising and heart-rending.  It will be directed by David Thacker, who had a close working relationship with the writer. David Thacker speaks about his relationship with Arthur Miller, follow the link to listen here or listen to him here

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In the attic of a soon to be demolished house in 1968 New York, two brothers meet for the first time in sixteen years to sell off the possessions left by their deceased father.  Victor had wanted to be a scientist, but settled for life as a cop on the New York streets, while Walter left home to become an eminent surgeon.  Reunited, they set about dealing with the pain and misunderstanding that lies at the heart of their relationship, and the sacrifices they have both made.

As they confront their history, eighty-nine year old furniture dealer, Soloman (one of Miller's great comic creations), haggles over the remnants of their lives, ready to offer a fair deal.  After all, everything has a price.

Running time: 2 hours 37 mins

 

 


Info

Tickets: £9.50 - £21.50, discounts available INCLUDING SEASON TICKETS, groups, schools young person's free tickets and £4 stand-by tickets - follow this link for more information.

Performance times
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinees: Fri 11, Wed 23, Sat 26 Mar. 2pm
Schools’ matinee: Tue 15 Mar. 1.30pm
See the calendar to the left for full performance listings.

Special Diary Dates
Bargain Nights: Thu 10, Fri 11, Mon 14 Mar (tickets £9.50 - £14.50)
Meet the director and cast: Thu 17 Mar (free, post show)
Audio Described performance: Thu 31 Mar, 7.30pm
British Sign Language (BSL) performance: Thu 24 Mar, 7.30pm


Reviews

"scintillating, powerful and moving" (5 stars)
The Telegraph

"the balance Thacker achieves here is priceless" (5 stars)
The Guardian

"A subtle critique of the American Dream...with a gut wrenching climax" (4 stars)
Manchester Evening News

"A gem of theatrical power and economy... The Price is worth every penny"
Lancashire Evening Post

4 Stars
The Jewish Chronicle

"This emotionally draining production now benefits from ... the customary directorial genius of David Thacker"
The Stage

"Thacker's production has many moments of great humour and tension"
British Theatre Guide

"Expert storytelling and two strong central performances combine to create a night of unmissable drama"
The Public Reviews

"The Octagon has yet another potentially award winning success on its hands"
Chewing the Scenery


Cast & Crew

Cast
Tom Mannion
Colin Stinton
Suzan Sylvester
Kenneth Alan Taylor


Creative Team

Director: David Thacker
Designer: Patrick Connellan
Lighting Designer: Mick Hughes
Sound Designer: Andy Smith
Deputy Stage Manager: Victoria Hubbard
Assistant Director: Amy Gwilliam
Associate Artist (Music): Carol Sloman
Associate Artist (Movement): Lesley Hutchison


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