Name: Free Reading: SUSAN FORCE AND THE SCHOOL FOR LADY BRIDE SNATCHERS
Start: 2023-09-07T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2023-09-07T20:30:00-04:00
Location: Urban Stages

Free Reading: SUSAN FORCE AND THE SCHOOL FOR LADY BRIDE SNATCHERS

Urban Stages has developed into a bigger and more diverse organization since our beginnings in 1984 under the direction of founding and current Artistic Director, Frances Hill. We began as a producing organization dedicated to developing and producing new plays relevant to the multi-cultural nature of our contemporary world. Today, we continue that commitment while establishing an extensive Outreach Program found through the New York Public Library and school system throughout the five boroughs. Our Outreach Program offers often underserved communities free, professional quality theatre and Arts in Education opportunities. Please contact Lori Ann Laster, Program Director for more information. In 2001, Urban Stages acquired a charming theatre at 259 West 30th Street with 75 seats, two rehearsal rooms, workshop, and storage facilities. Our theatre space is extremely versatile, with the ability to play as an intimate black box and is easily transformed with occasionally elaborate multi-level sets. We are thrilled to report that the majority of our patrons rave about our comfortable our seating is and our exceptional sightlines. Urban Stages recently completed the third year of Urban Stages Summer Theatre Camp Program (ages 11 to 14).

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A dark comedy by Caroline Hewitt set in 1818 England inspired by the historical occurrence of heiress snatching.

<h1>SUSAN FORCE AND THE SCHOOL FOR LADY BRIDE SNATCHERS </h1><h2>By Caroline Hewitt</h2><h2>Directed by Jessie Austrian</h2>

<h3>A dark comedy set in 1818 England, the story is inspired by the historical occurrence of heiress snatching: young women of means were abducted by nefarious wastrels and forced into marriage for money or sport or both.  In order to avoid marrying a horrid Duke, Susan Force and her maid Netta make it look like she’s been kidnapped—the plan works and they decide to help other young women ‘self-snatch.’  Their clandestine school is wildly successful until Susan realizes that dismantling the patriarchy isn’t as straight-forward as she thought.</h3>

<p>Free Admission. RSVPs are requested but not required. Walk-ups are welcomed as long as there is room.  Urban Stages Theater opens <strong>30 minutes</strong> before ShowTime.  </p><p>O﻿ur free staged readings are an effort to spotlight new voices, talents, and works on our Off-Broadway stage. <a href="https://urbanstages.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">urbanstages.org</a></p>

Free Reading: SUSAN FORCE AND THE SCHOOL FOR LADY BRIDE SNATCHERS

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