Written by David Ives, Directed by Malinda L. Beckham
Drawing inspiration from Leopold von Sacher-Masoch’s 1870 novella Venus in Furs , Ives’ provocative and dark play is a comedic exploration of power dynamics, control, and sexuality.
Thomas is a playwright searching for the perfect actress to portray Vanda in his stage adaptation of Venus in Furs . As the evening wears on, a mysterious and unconventional woman, ironically named Vanda, arrives for her audition. Not only is she late, she also appears far from the ideal candidate Thomas had in mind. As the audition unfolds, Vanda’s performance takes an unexpected turn, blurring the lines between the script and reality. Through their interactions, the boundaries between the characters and the actors collapse, forcing both Thomas and Vanda to confront the complexities of their desires and the darker sides of human nature.Read more
Presented by DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO.
TICKET INFORMATION
- GENERAL ADMISSION
- $35 regular
- NO LATE SEATING. Unclaimed seats will be released at show time to anyone on a standby list.
- Accessible Seating is available for wheelchair patrons or those with mobility concerns.
- Each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.
- All sales are final. There are no refunds or cancellations.
- To reach the box office, call (713) 521-4533 or email boxoffice@matchouston.org.
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
- Seating begins 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
- This performance is suitable for age 15 and up.
- This performance has a NO LATE SEATING policy. We will be unable to seat ticketholders once the performance has begun. Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance to ensure enough time to get to your seat.
- Unclaimed seats will be released at show time to anyone on a standby list.
- No food will be allowed in the theater. Food purchased from the cafe/concessions can be consumed in the lobby and breezeway before taking your seat in the theater. Drinks are allowed in the theater. No outside food or drinks are allowed on the premise.