Two Short Plays: “Sea Wall” and “The Black Chair”
Theatre in the Wings 30 Bridge Street East, BellevilleGet ready to dive into the complicated and beautiful story of the human experience, with two unique and captivating plays. Witness a breathtaking solo performance in “Sea Wall” by Simon Stephens that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Explore the story of a devoted husband, a proud father, and a successful photographer named Alex, whose good fortune slips out from beneath his feet without warning, leaving Alex as a shell of the man he once was. Directed by Alex Crowther, and brought to life by the exceptional Toby Farrell. In “The Black Chair” written by Peter Paylor, audiences will uncover the intimate stories of fascinating characters as they interact with an old wooden chair. There’s James, an older gay man, he’s a “dandy”, and there’s Anne who works at the mall, she’s young and naïve. There’s Jeff, an engineer who keeps everything in, and Tina, who puts it all out there. And then there’s Mary, the caretaker. She’s the one with the keys. Featuring the dynamic directing duo of Alexandra Bell and Darren Moore and an all-star cast.