So begins the classic book by Dante Alighieri. This book is considered one of the greatest pieces of literature. Dante tells the story of his guided journey into the deep recesses of hell. As he voyages through each circle, going deeper into the earth, he encounters a myriad of damned souls; and as he witnesses their ghastly punishments he learns the cause of their torment. As he travels further he also encounters obstacles that might trap him for an eternity. This adaptation for the stage presents this classic story in a new light, with extensive choreography and with modernized language, making it accessible to those who have only heard of the book. Alejandro de la Costa’s adaptation captures the raw intensity, violence, sexuality, and horror that has stunned readers for hundreds of years. The actors in this production through the use of their bodies become the beasts, the devils, the sinners, and the towering bodies and rivers of flesh that Dante encounters.
Dante: Inferno a new play
Adapted to stage by Alejandro de la Costa, Translated by Mark-Brian Sonna,
From the original text by Dante Alighieri
April 10 – April 26, 2008
Because of the graphic nature of the play and nudity you must be 18 or older to see it.
The show opens on Thursday, April 10, 2008 and will run through April 26, 2008. The show runs Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 8 PM with an additional Saturday Matinee performance on April 12, at 2:30 PM at the Stone Cottage Theatre 15650 Addison Road, Addison, TX 75001. Tickets range from $16 - $21. More details can be found at the show’s website www.DanteInferno.Net or by calling 214-477-4942.
The show is directed and choreographed by Mark-Brian Sonna. The cast stars Nicholas Berkley, Grisel Cambiasso, Joshua Scott Hancock, Ivan Jones, Frances Muñoz, Miranda Sterling, Sarahlynn Svoboda, Kevin Wickersham with a cameo by Mark-Brian Sonna as Satan. Sets & costumes by Alejandro de la Costa and Maria Luisa Gonzalez.
This production is made possible with the generous support of Lois Mark. Special thanks to Rover Dramawerks and KERA. MBS Productions welcomes KERA members.
For more questions or information you can also contact Mark-Brian Sonna at 214-477-4942, via email at info [at] Mark-BrianSonna.com or through the MBS Productions website. www.MBSProductions.Net
See the poster of the show here. Be aware that even though it’s from a painting by Adolphe Bouguereau from the 1850 it is very graphic…so open at your own risk!
