Tartuffe is an impossibly charming imposter who smooth-talks his way toward power, money and romance within a wealthy household—until his ruse is hilariously exposed. Packed with non-stop wit and lyrical sparkle by composer Kirke Mechem, America meets Versailles in this lively musical take on Moliėres classic skewering of moral and religious hypocrisy.
(Sung in English, run time of two hours thirty minutes with one intermission)
Susannah Polk is a young woman whose beauty and independence make her stand out in her tightly-knit mountain community. When she’s accused of immoral behavior by the valley’s self-righteous elders, rumor quickly hardens into judgment. Even the well-meaning Reverend is torn between compassion and desire, creating turmoil that drives the drama to bitter tragedy.
Carlisle Floyd’s score fuses Appalachian folk sounds with soaring lyricism, creating one of the most unforgettable American works of the 20th century.
(Sung in English, run time of one hour forty-five minutes with one intermission)