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Friday, February 4, 2011

HOLLYWOOD UNDER MAMET’S LENS IN SUMMIT

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SPEED THE PLOW
By David Mamet
Directed by Trey Compton
Featuring Robert Barwick (Wayne), James Sloan (NYC), Danielle Pennisi (Cedar Grove)

WHEN: February 18–March 5, Friday and Saturday at 8 PM; Thursday, February 24 at 8 PM; Sunday, February 27*, at 2 PM.
WHERE:
  The Summit Playhouse, 10 New England Avenue, Summit
TICKETS: $20 for adults, $15 for students (18 and under)
Visit http://www.summitplayhouse.org/tickets.html
908.273.2192

Speed-The-Plow is one of several successful plays Mamet has written about the business world. Filled with his trademark, rapid-fire dialogue, it focuses on the ruthless nature of Hollywood and the movie industry. With Mamet's superb use of dialogue and taut plotting, the seemingly superficial depiction of two Hollywood producers looking for a big break finds deep meaning.

*Feb. 27 is a signed performance. A loop-compatible Assisted Listening system is available for all performances. Audio Description can be provided if requested two weeks in advance (call 908.273.2192 and leave a message).