We enjoyed being whisked away in a world of magical realism as Louis de Rougemont encounters a man-eating octopus, ends up shipwrecked in the Australian outback, performs gymnastics to befriend the “savages,” rides and steers giant sea-turtles, finds love, and eventually finds his way home. At the end we are left to wonder if Louis’ adventures were real or if the stories he told were simply untrue and pure entertainment.
Amazingly enough, this 90 minute play has only three actors, two of which play multiple characters, including animals. Talk about being talented! The jokes are witty, clean and sprinkled throughout the play keeping the audience laughing throughout. Loius’ 30 year adventure is so brilliantly brought to life that no fancy special effects are needed. Just sit back and let your imagination run wild and be captivated by the story.
WHEN: Performances: Oct. 14 – Nov. 6:
• Wednesday at 8 p.m.: Oct. 12 only (preview)
• Thursdays at 8 p.m.: Oct. 13 (preview), 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3
• Fridays at 8 p.m.: Oct. 14 (Opening Night), 21, 28; Nov. 4
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.: Oct. 15, 22, 29; Nov. 5
• Sundays at 2 p.m.: Oct. 16, 23, 30; Nov. 6
WHERE: INTERNATIONAL CITY THEATRE
Long Beach Performing Arts Center
330 East Seaside Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
HOW: 562-436-4610 or www.InternationalCityTheatre.org
TICKETS:
• Saturdays and Sundays: $49
• Thursdays and Fridays: $47
• Previews: $35
• Children ages 5-18 (for all performances): $25 (suitable for kids 5 and older)
