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Chukwudi Iwuji (James Gunn’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Peacemaker,” Royal Shakespeare Company, NY Public Theatre’s “Othello”) is set to star in Pasadena Playhouse’s “Cyrano de Bergerac” by Edmond Rostand, freely adapted by Martin Crimp and directed by Mike Donahue (“Little Shop of Horrors,” Geffen Playhouse’s “The Inheritance”).
Also starring in the production are Rosa Salazar (“Alita: Battle Angel,” “Brand New Cherry Flavor,” “Undone”) as Roxane, Will Hochman (Broadway’s “The Sound Inside,” CBS’s “Blue Bloods”) as Christian, and Kimberly Scott (Broadway’s “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone,” “Respect”) as Madame Ragueneau. Additional casting to be announced at a later date.
One of the greatest plays ever written is reborn in this critically acclaimed adaptation.
“Modern poetry and sizzling rhythm collide in a scorching love triangle when Cyrano discovers the love of his life has eyes for another man,” according to the Pasadena Playhouse. “Immerse yourself in the romantic adventure of this timeless and heartrending love story.”
The Hollywood Reporter called Crimp’s adaptation “A dazzlingly inventive and entertaining new version.”
Crimp’s adaptation of “Cyrano de Bergerac” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French Inc. More information is available at www.concordtheatricals.com.
Tickets for “Cyrano de Bergerac,” opening Sept. 4 and running through Sept. 29, are currently on sale. More information is available at pasadenaplayhouse.org, by phone at 626-356-7529 and at the Box Office, 39 S. El Molino Ave. in Pasadena, CA 91101.
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