Great Expectations
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Great Expectations

Adapted by Penny Metropulos and Linda Alper From the novel by Charles Dickens Directed by Penny Metropulos World Premiere Adaptation
February 20 – October 30, 2016 Angus Bowmer Theatre

Young Pip hasn’t had it easy—orphaned early, knocked about by a bad-tempered sister and headed for a life of hard labor. A terrifying encounter in a graveyard and a summons to meet the eccentric Miss Havisham aren’t helping matters. But when a mysterious benefactor sends Pip to London to become a gentleman, his dreams come true. Or do they? Charles Dickens’ thrilling tale of friendship, love, the price of revenge and the true nature of generosity comes to life in this new adaptation by OSF favorites Penny Metropulos and Linda Alper.
Suitability Suggestions
This fast-paced world premiere adaptation is steeped in the vivid atmosphere of Charles Dickens’ Victorian London. The play contains moments of implied violence as well as a shipwreck, a drowning and the depiction of the fire that consumes Miss Havisham. A thrilling tale of friendship, love, the price of revenge and the true nature of generosity, Great Expectations will captivate and enthrall prepared middle and high school students.

Trailer: Great Expectations

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* Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
**AEA Professional Theatre Intern

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  • Helen and Peter Bing
  • PRODUCTION PARTNERS
  • The Goatie Foundation
  • Carole Howard
  • Jerry and Jeanne Taylor Family Foundation
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