A BITTERSWEET COMEDIC TALE SURROUNDING LOVE AND LOSS ITALIAN STYLE, AND A CULTURAL ODE TO MONTREAL’S 1970’S LGBTQ2+ COMMUNITY
Centaur Theatre presents Steve Galluccio’s newest work, AT THE BEGINNING OF TIME, directed by Peter Hinton-Davis. Galluccio’s most personal play since Mambo Italiano, AT THE BEGINNING OF TIME is an autobiographical tale of an Italian-Canadian gay man approaching 60, who believes he has settled into life, only to be confronted with the reality of having to reimagine everything he once knew. The talented cast features Richard Jutras, Stephen Lawson, Michael Miranda, and Nadia Verrucci. AT THE BEGINNING OF TIME will be presented February 21 – March 12, 2023 at Centaur Theatre.
Three old friends gather to reminisce about the past — the good, the bad, and the outrageous. Their conversation unfolds to reveal everything that transpired between them in the 1970’s, from past boyfriends to Sunday night dinners, backed by a soundtrack of Blondie, the B-52s, and the Village People. Thoughts, feelings and emotions bubble to the surface while memory and loss stir up questions about healing and moving on. A vivid chronicle of love and loss, AT THE BEGINNING OF TIME reminds us that memories are like a good shot of espresso: best shared among friends.
“With everything we have been through, it really is the beginning of time for us all. The way we once lived is over, and so how we live now is essential. This is a play dedicated to rebooting and beginning new chapters. Galluccio said, when writing this play, “After this pandemic is done – if we ever are done – we’ll be in a new era.” – Peter Hinton-Davis, Director
DETAILS
WHEN: Tuesday, February 21 – Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 8PM, with Mondays dark. Saturday and Sunday matinee performances at 2PM. Opening night is on February 24 at 8pm.
WHERE: Centaur 2, Centaur Theatre, 453 St. Francois-Xavier, Montreal.
TICKETS: Tickets ranging from $20 – $68, with subscription rates, group rates and student/senior discounts available. Tickets can be purchased at https://centaurtheatre.com/box-office/tickets/ or by phone at (514) 288-3161.
ABOUT CENTAUR THEATRE COMPANY
Centaur Theatre, located in the heart of Old Montreal, is devoted to telling stories on stage that expand our perceptions of the world. They believe theatre serves a vital role in creating a healthy, democratic and progressive community by fostering an expansive spirit in artists and audiences alike by training a fresh lens on their experiences of being human.
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