Sierra Theatre Company Presents “The American Dream”
Event Details:
- What: Theater by the Book: The American Dream
- Where: Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
- When: Wednesday, September 16 @ 7 pm (Doors at 6:30 pm)
- Cost: $20 general, $10 students (bring student ID)
- Tickets: Available at the door or at SierraTheatreCompany.org
About the Play
Sierra Theatre Company’s Theater by the Book series features Edward Albee’s absurdist classic, “The American Dream.” This one-night-only performance delves into family dynamics, illusion, and the quest for happiness, revealing the emptiness masked by a seemingly perfect facade.
Director Kenny Miele emphasizes the play’s critique of conformity and consumerism, pointing out its relevance today. The cast includes Vicki Young, Robert Rossman, Sandra Rockman, Sylvia Carlson, and Cody Enicke.
About Edward Albee
Celebrated playwright Edward Albee (1928–2016) is recognized for impactful works like “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” and “A Delicate Balance.” A three-time Pulitzer Prize winner, Albee explored themes of family life, illusion, and self-deception, bridging European Theatre of the Absurd with American drama.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a masterful exploration of human nature in a casual setting!
