Think of Carlsbadistan’s New Village Arts Theatre production of playwright Sam Shepard’s Simpatico as a bit of a preview for Del Mar 2011 racing season. This darkly comic Shepard classic follows Carter and Vinnie, two “nefarious characters” as they navigate the “dark underworld of horse racing” and features betrayal, love, the American West, friendship and brotherhood.
A truly stellar cast will bring the world to life, including Equity Actor Mike Sears as Carter and NVA Ensemble Member Manny Fernandes as Vinnie, with Ensemble Member Jack Missett and Kelly Iversen, Terri Park and Kim Strassburger. Award-winning Director and Ensemble Member Lisa Berger directs the production.
Simpatico opens Saturday night, March 5, 2011 and runs until with March 27 with shows Thursday through Saturday night at 8 PM, with additional shows Saturday at 3 PM and Sunday at 2 PM.
New Village Arts Theatre is located at 2787 State St in the heart of the Village of Carlsbadistan. Click here to purchase tickets or call 760-433-3245.s
[Link: New Village Arts Theatre]SIMPATICO follows the story of Carter and Vinnie, two nefarious characters navigating the dark underworld of horse racing. One of Sam Shepard’s most humorous plays, SIMPATICO brings together all of the elements Shepard is famous for: betrayal, love, the American West, friendship and brotherhood. A truly stellar cast will bring the world to life, including Equity Actor Mike Sears as Carter and NVA Ensemble Member Manny Fernandes as Vinnie, with Ensemble Member Jack Missett and Kelly Iversen, Terri Park and Kim Strassburger. Award-winning Director and Ensemble Member Lisa Berger directs the production.
New Village Arts has built a strong reputation for interpreting the work of Sam Shepard and invites you into this film noir, “Coen Brothers” style take on a couple of misfits and the people that surround them. It will be like a trip to the races: a thrilling, fun experience, with an element of danger and tragedy around every bend.
Opening Night is March 5th
Performances Run March 6th – 27th
Thursday – Saturday at 8 pm
Saturday at 3pm
Sundays at 2pm
Tickets are available online or at 760-433-3245.
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