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Doubt: A Parable

Written by John Patrick Shanley
Directed by William Brown

April 28 - August 2, 2015

Location: 263 Park Ave | Get Directions ›

Running Time: ~90 minutes (no intermission)

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Set against the backdrop of a 1960s America in the midst of political and social change, a progressive young priest’s conduct comes under question by Sister Aloysius Beauvier, the school principal whose beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition. As the actions and motivations of each are scrutinized and suspicion mounts, the two are drawn into a battle of wills that threatens irrevocable consequences for all involved.

About the Play

Writers Theatre is thrilled to bring audiences this riveting, Pulitzer Prize-winning play about authority, suspicion, ambiguity and religion in an exciting, site-specific production staged in the library of the Glencoe Union Church.

The production—directed by William Brown—will allow the audience to be a fly on the church wall, observing as battle lines are drawn, allegiances formed and motives called into question.

"I find John Patrick Shanley's play Doubt to be, at its core, a thriller. And by "thriller" I mean something that we are excited by, but that haunts us and scares us. In this case, we are haunted by uncertainty and afraid of discovering the truth. As I look toward the opportunity to put this show together in a darkened church, in collaboration with the extraordinary cast we have assembled, I certainly could not be more excited."

-Director William Brown

Showtimes

Tuesdays & Wednesdays* at 7:30pm
Thursdays & Fridays at 8:00pm
Saturdays at 4:00pm & 8:00pm
Sundays at 2:00pm & 6:00pm
*select Wednesdays at 2:00pm

This is a general admission venue and specific seats are not reserved in advance. Doors to the performance space will open approximately 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the performance, at which time you may enter and choose the seats you prefer.
Due to the intimate nature of this venue, there is no late seating. This is required to ensure the safety of all audience members and actors. We recommend arriving no later than 15 minutes prior to performance.
For performances listed as “Sold Out,” contact the Box Office for more information about our standby and wait lists as well as for assistance locating currently available dates and times.

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Meet the Artists

	Steve Haggard (Father Flynn)
	Ann Joseph (Mrs. Muller)
	Eliza Stoughton (Sister James)
	Karen Janes Woditsch (Sister Aloysius)

William Brown (Director)
Kevin Depinet (Scenic Designer)
Andrew Hansen (Sound Designer)
Rachel Anne Healy (Costume Designer)
Sarah Hughey (Lighting Designer)
D. J. Reed (Properties Designer)
Bobby Kennedy (Dramaturg)
Rebecca Pechter (Stage Manager)
Eric Parks (Assistant Director)
Abigail Medrano (Assistant Stage Manager - through 5/3)
Mallory Bass (Assistant Stage Manager - through 7/19)

Reviews

“Explosive [and] riveting. A genuine stunner.”
– Chicago Sun-Times

“Remarkable! Karen Janes Woditsch delivers…one of the best performances of the year.”
– Chicago Tribune

“Perfectly pitched. Truly an ideal way to revisit Doubt once again!”
– Daily Herald

“A reverent production... Doubt lands like a series of blows to the heart and head.”
– Newcity

“*****! 90 minutes of wonderful theatre.”
– Around the Town Chicago

Special Events

The Making of Doubt: A Parable

Venture behind the scenes of Doubt: A Parable through a discussion led by Literary Manager Bobby Kennedy and artists from the production.
Monday, July 13th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
RSVP to rsvp@writerstheatre.org or 847-242-6018 and mention the code "Making of Doubt."

For additional information about any of these events, contact the Box Office.

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DOUBT - Cast Interviews

+ The cast of DOUBT: A PARABLE discusses WT's exciting, site-specific production. (3:02)

DOUBT - Director Interview

+ Director William Brown discusses his upcoming, site-specific production of DOUBT: A PARABLE. (3:02)

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DOUBT First Rehearsal Photo Gallery

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