Parson’s Nose Theater (PNT), the acclaimed classical comedy theater company led by Artistic Director Lance Davis, has announced their 2018-19 Season. This is PNT’s 18th season, second at The Abbey – the restored 1911 Marston/Van Pelt chapel.
“Good Lord, we need a laugh!” says Davis. “We’re offering 90-minute, non-political oases of humor and thought in a time when they’re badly needed. Art Night Pasadena on Oct. 12 kicks us off with radio classics ‘Flash Gordon,’ ‘The Lone Ranger,’ and ‘The Romance of Helen Trent;’ followed by a new play, ‘Mark Twain and Friends: A River Journey’ by Los Angeles actor/playwright Greg White, sponsored in part by the City of Pasadena Cultural Affairs Department. In December, we have our special readings of Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ and then we kick off the New Year with Carlo Goldoni’s Italian farce, ‘The Servant of Two Masters.’ In March we reignite our ‘Irish Celebration’ readers’ theater event. And in May we finish the season with Shakespeare’s ‘The Merchant of Venice’ starring Pasadena’s own Barry Gordon.”
PNT will also be continuing their community outreach with workshops for the old and young. Davis also shares that they have a few surprise events planned for those who take advantage of the new subscribers program. “We’re a professional company presenting classic comedies in under 90 minutes, with a glass of wine in an intimate, historic setting. If the word ‘classic’ scares you … try us,” encourages Davis.
New this season, Parson’s Nose is implementing “5 Play” and “3 Play” subscriptions, offering savings of up to 20 percent off the cost of single ticket prices. Subscribers will also receive additional benefits throughout the season. For subscriptions and tickets, visit parsonsnose.com or call (626) 403-7667. Parson’s Nose Theater is located two blocks from Pasadena City Hall at 95 N. Marengo Ave., suite 110, Pasadena, CA 91101. The entrance to the theater is on Holly Street.
