The University of Indianapolis’ Department of Theatre will conclude its season with Henrik Ibsen’s social drama Hedda Gabler. Performances are scheduled for 8 p.m. April 11-12 and 17-19 and 3 p.m. April 13.
Set in the late 19th century, the play explores the caged life of its title character (played by Ryan O’Shea) and her tormented desire for escape and individual freedom.
UIndy will use a translation by Nicholas Rudall, which director Brad Wright calls “very American.”
“It’s a relatively new translation, so the language and rhythm of speech are more contemporary,” Wright explains.
Performances will take place in Esch Hall’s Ransburg Auditorium, 1400 E. Hanna Ave. Admission is $8; $6 for students, seniors and groups of eight or more. For more information, call (317) 788-3251 or visit http://arts.uindy.edu.
The production rounds out the theatre department’s season of genres, which has included a melodrama and comedic spy spoof.
“Hedda Gabler is the quintessential Modern play,” Wright says. “So it’s a good play for students to tackle, but also it’s just a good play.”
AT A GLANCE
Hedda Gabler
When: 8 p.m. April 11-12 and 17-19
3 p.m. April 13
Where: Esch Hall, Ransburg Auditorium
University of Indianapolis, 1400 E. Hanna Ave.
Admission: $8; $6 students, seniors, groups of 8 or more
Information: (317) 788-3251 or http://arts.uindy.edu