Torch Song Trilogy at Muncie Civic Theatre

Muncie Civic Theatre presents Torch Song Trilogy, a collection of three plays by Harvey Fierstein, in the Studio Theatre. Muncie Civic will perform the second and third part of the trilogy rotating on different nights, and audience members can enjoy one part by itself or both parts equally. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for college students.

A very personal story that is both funny and poignant, Torch Song Trilogy chronicles a gay man's search for love and respect in a world that seems not especially made for him.

Armed with a keenly developed sense of humor and oftentimes piercing wit, Arnold Beckoff continues to test the commonly accepted terms of endearment - and endurance - in a universally affecting story that confirms that happiness is well worth carrying a torch for.

Parts 2 & 3 of the trilogy are five years apart and stand on their own, spotlighting different phases in the life of Arnold. Written by Tony Award-winning actor and playwright Harvey Fierstein.

Fugue in a Nursery - Part 2 of the Trilogy
Thursday, May 28th - 8:00pm & Saturday, May 30th - 8:00pm
Friday, June 5th - 8:00pm & Sunday, June 7th - 2:00pm

In part two of the Torch Song Trilogy, Arnold Beckhoff and Alan, a young fashion model, are settling into a blissful existence together. All seems to be well until they spend the weekend with Arnold's ex-lover, Ed, who left Arnold for a heterosexual relationship with Laurel. The two couples are forced to question themselves and their relationships while attempting to define the true meaning of love.

Widows and Children First! - Part 3 of the Trilogy
Friday, May 29th - 8:00pm & Sunday, May 31st - 2:00pm
Thursday, June 4th - 8:00pm & Saturday, June 6th - 8:00pm

Five years after the action in Fugue in a Nursery, this third installment of the trilogy finds Arnold in his New York apartment raising a gay son and coming to terms with fatherhood. Arnold's world is shaken when he realizes that his greatest challenge remains the complicated relationship with his mother who comes to visit for the first time. The story centers on accepting love in all its forms and the bonds of family.

Call 288.PLAY to purchase your tickets over the phone or stop by the Box Office, Wednesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm at 216 E. Main Street in Muncie. Tickets are also available at the door one hour prior to the show, but seating is limited.

Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.


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