August 28 – September 21, 2008
Without You
Featuring music & lyrics by Jonathan Larson
Buy tickets online, call 412.431.CITY (2489), or visit the Box Office at 1300 Bingham Street.
City Theatre is thrilled to announce a surprise special engagement, Without You, written and performed by Anthony Rapp. Directed by Steven Maler and featuring a rocking four-piece band, Without You will run on City Theatre’s 272-seat Mainstage from August 28 thru September 21, 2008.
In 1994 Anthony Rapp was working at a Manhattan Starbucks and about to audition for a new rock opera by a young guy named Jonathan Larson. This is where Without You begins. In his new one-man show, Anthony shares his audition for Rent, getting cast, rehearsals, and his view from the stage during the tribute performance on the night after Jonathan’s tragic death. Without You also details Anthony’s achingly beautiful relationship with his mother during this turbulent time. Featuring Anthony’s own lyrics and melodies, stories adapted from his memoir, and the landmark songs of Rent, Without You is a valentine to the groundbreaking musical and celebrates all of our seasons of love.
The Music Director/Guitarist for Without You is David Matos, and musicians include Daniel Tomko (Bass) and A.T. Vish (Drums). The design team consists of Tony Ferrieri (Scenic), Angela M. Vesco (Costumes), Andrew David Ostrowski (Lighting), and Dave Bjornson (Sound). Patti Kelly is the Production Stage Manager.
Without You is adapted from Anthony Rapp’s book, Without You: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and the Musical Rent, published by Simon & Schuster. Anthony is best known for originating the role of Mark Cohen in Rent and performing it on Broadway and in the 2005 film adaptation. He is also well known to Pittsburgh audiences for his role in City Theatre’s production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
Preview Week Performance Schedule
Thurs. & Fri., August 28 & 29 at 8 pm; Sat., August 30 at 5:30 pm;
Sun., August 31 and Tues., September 2 at 7 pm
PRESS/OPENING NIGHT
Wednesday, September 3 at 8 pm
Regular Run Schedule
Tues. at 7 pm; Wed. thru Fri. at 8 pm; Sat. at 5:30 & 9 pm; Sun. at 2 pm
There will be no performance on Sunday, Sept. 7.
Ticket Prices
Sunday thru Wednesday: $35
Thursday thru Saturday: $40
Students and age 25 and younger may reserve $20 tickets in advance or may purchase $15 rush tickets at the Box Office beginning two hours before showtime.
Seniors (age 60 and older) may purchase $20 rush tickets at the Box Office beginning two hours before showtime.
Groups of 10 or more receive significant discounts. Call Stacy Mathison at 412.431.4400 ext. 227 or email: smathison@citytheatrecompany.org
Special Events
Pride Night – Fridays, August 29 & September 5 beginning at 6:30 pm
Wine Tasting – Sunday, August 31 beginning at 6 pm
Dinner & Show Thursdays – $10 off 2 tickets and a coupon for $10 off 2 dinners at participating local restaurants.
Location
City Theatre, 1300 Bingham and 13th Streets, on Pittsburgh’s South Side. (map)
Parking ($5) is available across from the theatre.
Buy tickets online, call the Box Office at 412.431.CITY (2489), or visit the Box Office at 1300 Bingham Street.