The Acting Company Returns to Asheville with Classic Plays

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The Acting Company performing on stage in Asheville.

News Summary

Asheville is eagerly awaiting the return of The Acting Company to the Diana Wortham Theater on February 28 and March 1, 2025. Audience members can look forward to a modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedic masterpiece, ‘The Comedy of Errors,’ and August Wilson’s powerful ‘Two Trains Running,’ set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement. Tickets are now available for both performances, promising a weekend filled with laughs and deep reflections.

Asheville Excited for a Theatrical Treat!

Asheville is buzzing with excitement as The Acting Company gears up to return to the Diana Wortham Theater on February 28 and March 1, 2025. After last season’s successful run of a modern twist on Homer’s The Odyssey, audiences can expect another entertaining experience featuring two iconic plays: Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors and August Wilson’s Two Trains Running.

Get Ready for Some Shakespearean Shenanigans!

Let’s start with The Comedy of Errors, which is one of Shakespeare’s earliest plays. This delightful comedy showcases a flurry of mistaken identities and slapstick humor that keeps the audience in stitches. In this adaptation, The Acting Company incorporates a 21st-century translation that refreshes the Elizabethan language, replacing it with more relatable modern jokes and witty banter.

The plot follows the misadventures of Antipholus and Dromio as they embark on a quest to find a long-lost family member. Prepare to be entertained as comedic scenarios unfold, involving everything from love-at-first-double-take to run-ins with local law enforcement, all wrapped-up in a madcap race against time. Mark your calendars for Friday, February 28, 2025, at 8 p.m. to see this hilarious romp!

Get Your Tickets!

Curious about catching The Comedy of Errors? Tickets are now available online at www.worthamarts.org/events/the-acting-company-presents-the-comedy-of-errors. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable theatrical event!

A Moving Experience Awaits with Two Trains Running

The following night, on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 8 p.m., The Acting Company will take the stage once again, this time presenting August Wilson’s powerful play, Two Trains Running. Set against the backdrop of a black neighborhood in Pittsburgh during the civil rights movement, this story revolves around Memphis Lee, a diner owner facing the ups and downs of life in a changing environment.

This gripping narrative dives into deep themes of political violence, community resilience, and personal sacrifice, all while threading moments of joy, hope, love, and perseverance throughout. However, Two Trains Running contains mature content, including discussions around war, self-harm, and the harsh realities of racial issues, so it’s advised for viewers who are ready for thought-provoking material.

If you’re interested in experiencing this incredible performance, tickets for Two Trains Running can be found at www.worthamarts.org/events/the-acting-company-presents-two-trains-running. You might want to grab them soon, as this is sure to be a popular event!

Need More Info?

For additional details, feel free to reach out to the Diana Wortham box office at (828) 257-4530 or shoot them an email at boxoffice.worthamarts.org. This is your chance to enjoy an evening filled with laughter, emotions, and unforgettable theatrical experiences right here in Asheville!

So, gather your friends and family and prepare for an enchanting weekend of theatre! You won’t want to miss the spectacular return of The Acting Company to Asheville!