Heartbreak House at JU - EU Jacksonville 10/4/07

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civilization in decline

      Jacksonville University is proud to present George Bernard Shaw’s Heartbreak House opening October 11 at 7:30 pm in Swisher Theatre on JU’s campus. Under the direction of Theatre Professor Deborah Jordan, this period piece about a civilization in decline will resonate with today’s audiences.
      Set during a party in the home of the eccentric Capt. Shotover and his daughter Hesione, this comedy of manners takes a probing look at the conflict between old-fashioned idealism and the realities of the modern age. The main topic of debate is one young woman’s decision to marry for money rather than love.
      The timing of the play, with the imminent danger of bombs dropping at the beginning of the First World War, sets the stage for the philosophical arguments it explores about war. Heartbreak House is about the war, even though the war is never mentioned and (until late in the play) never makes its presence felt.
      Guest-artist and local actor Dr. Roger Lowe will play the role of Shotover. Lowe has had a wide and varied career on such stages as The Goodman in Chicago, and Actor’s Theatre of Louisville. He is also president of Players-by-the-Sea community theatre in Jacksonville Beach.
      The first period play to be presented in the newly renovated Swisher Theatre will also be the first time a Shaw play has been done on campus in more than 13 years. It is also thought to be Shaw’s favorite play.
      Heartbreak House will run October 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 at 7:30 pm and October 21 at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and military. For more information and reservations, please call the College of Fine Arts at (904) 256-7374.

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