All performances at:
The City Playhouse
888 Morro St., SLO
Box Office:
(805) 786-2440
Taking Leave
Synopsis
Eliot Pryne, a brilliant, dynamic Shakespearean scholar, finds his intellectual powers giving way to the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease. Shadows of his favorite play, King Lear, are evoked as his three daughters argue over health care options and old family history. As in Shakespeare’s play, it is the young Cordelia who assumes responsibility for her father and leaves us with the bittersweet realization that, while all will not be well, Eliot’s taking leave will be a gentle one. Eliot’s journey is often humorous, but our hearts are moved as we witness human consciousness being evicted from the soul. Nagle Jackson’s play is a funny, heartwarming, powerful night of theatre.
“A celebration of life! Wonderful!”
-Anchorage Daily news
“A fantastic dramatic comedy! The play provokes a huge amount of compassionate laughter…we walked out of the theatre with our spirits lifted and hearts full…”
-New York Daily News
This show contains adult language and situations.
Directing Team
Directed by Anet Carlin
Credits
Written by Nagle Jackson
External Links/Reviews
Show Sponsor: Richard and Catherine Luckett
Platinum Sponsor: Blakeslee and Blakeslee
