Madeleine Young
UTC Theatre Company in conjunction with the First Tennessee Foundation presents Jon Robin Baitz’s adaptation of Henrick Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler, the classic play full of big ideas, unexpected twists and a title character that has become iconic. The performance will be in UTC’s Dorothy Hackett Ward Theatre, in UTC’s Fine Arts Center. The show will run Feb. 17-21 at 7:30 p.m. with an additional 2 p.m. matinee on Feb. 21.
Review for Hedda Gabler:
Hedda Gabler, one of theatre’s most elusive and complex protagonists, is an intelligent and ambitious newlywed, who attempts to follow the expected path of marriage and homemaking. As the reality of her life becomes apparent, Hedda seeks a life beyond what society expects from her.
"The heart of the play is found in Hedda’s line, ‘You find it so hard to accept that a young girl might . . . want – just a little peek in at a world which – which she is not permitted to know anything about at all. Nothing!’” says Director of Hedda Gabler Gaye Jeffers. “Through these words Ibsen gives us a glimpse into the mind of a young woman who is tired of being a passenger. Hedda longs to be in charge of her own journey, wishes to be courageous and choose her own destination."
UTC Theatre Company’s Hedda Gabler production features the cast of Austin Blackburn, Mario Hoyle, Sarah Powers, Courtney Tucker, Crissy Varnell, Madeleine Young and Jake Zachry. Stage manager is Emily Greene, scene designer is Adam Miecielica, costume designer is Stephanie Henderson and lighting designer and technical director is John R. Burgess.
Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Center box office by phone at 425-4269 or in person. Tickets are also available to purchase at tickettracks.com. Tickets are $12 for general admission and $10 for students and seniors.
Madeleine Young