Exit the King by Eugene Ionesco

Translated by Donald Watson

Directed by Chris Dougherty

May 12-14

Eugene Ionesco's absurdist masterpiece Exit the King tells the story of King Berenger, a once all-powerful ruler whose kingdom is now in steep decline and who discovers he will die at the end of the show. As his kingdom falls into chaos and his queens try to prepare him for his end, the king struggles to come to terms with his death. Along the way, he is confronted by a series of characters who represent different aspects of his life and experiences. As the clock ticks down, the king must confront the truth of his own mortality and ultimately choose how he will face his final moments. The work explores themes of power, authority, mortality, and the nature of human existence, using dark humor and absurdist elements to create a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant work.

Performances:

Friday, May 12 at 7PM

Saturday, May 13 at 1PM

Sunday, May 14 at 2PM

Tickets: 

$10 for adults

$7 for students/seniors 

May be purchased at the door on the day of the performance

Exit the King is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

All Photos by Chris Dougherty