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2023-24 Drama Season: Love & Identity

Cabaret

Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Book by Joe Masteroff
Conducted by Sain Leyva
Music Direction by Benet Braun
Choreography by Cyrian Reed
Directed by Angela Cruz

Nov. 11-18, 2023

Claire Trevor Theatre

Set in a tumultuous post-World War I Berlin during the rise of the Nazi Party, Cabaret is a compelling narrative that follows American writer Clifford "Cliff" Bradshaw. His life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes romantically entangled with the enigmatic cabaret performer Sally Bowles, whom he encounters at the vibrant Kit Kat Club. However, as the ominous shadow of Nazi occupation looms larger over Germany, Cliff and Sally find their relationship increasingly entwined with a series of dire and violent events.

Cabaret's narrative serves as a poignant commentary on the erosion of free speech and civil liberties. Against the backdrop of Berlin's transformation under Nazi rule, the play delves into the chilling consequences of a society's descent into authoritarianism. The nightclub itself becomes a microcosm, vividly illustrating how individuals turn to art and performance as their chosen means of expression, only to witness these forms of liberation gradually stifled and silenced as oppressive forces tighten their grip on the city.

• Contains fog/haze effects
• Content includes sexuality, abortion, political discourse, Nazism, violence

Generous support for this production is provided by the Robert and Lorna Cohen Endowment for Excellence in Drama, d&b audiotechnik, Theatre Guild and Claire Trevor Society.

Performances
Evenings: Nov. 11, 16, 17^, 18 at 8 p.m.
Matinees: Nov. 12*, 18 at 2 p.m.
Evening: Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

* Please join us after the Sunday, Nov. 12, matinee for a TalkBack with cast & crew.

^Join us for 2-for-1 alumni night on Friday, Nov. 17, for the 8 p.m. showing.

ARTeater Alumni: Enjoy a pre-show reception in Studio 4, 6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m., with light refreshments. Alumni with tickets to the Friday show are invited and welcome to attend.

Only UCI alumni can enjoy 2-for-1 tickets for Friday night only. Normally priced $22 alumni tickets will be sold in multiples of two for $11 each yielding a $22 total per pair.

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Tickets
General Admission: $25
Senior Age 62+: $22
UCI Faculty, Alumni, Staff, Emeriti and Retirees: $22
Arts Packages (3+ events): $21
Groups 10+: $20
Students & Youth Age 17/Below: $10

• UCI Faculty, Alumni, Staff, Emeriti and Retirees may enjoy the FAStER Pass.

Discounted Advance Pre-Paid Parking Permits Reserve at least the day before the event.

 Shuttle info
Service is available for guests with disabilities or those with mobility issues, from the Mesa Parking Structure (MPS) to select shows throughout the season.

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Over the course of the 2023-24 academic year, UC Irvine is recognizing a Year of Free Speech and Academic Freedom. UCI and CTSA are honoring the year with a series of related programs and events. For more information please visit freespeech.uci.edu.

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