John Steinbeck's OF MICE AND MEN
By John Steinbeck / Two drifters, George and his friend Lennie, with delusions of living off the “fat of the land,” have just arrived at a ranch to work for enough money to buy their own place. Lennie is a man-child, a little boy in the body of a dangerously powerful man. It’s Lennie’s obsessions with things soft and cuddly that have made George cautious about who the gentle giant, with his brute strength, associates with. His promise to allow Lennie to “tend to the rabbits” on their future land keeps Lennie calm, amidst distractions, as the overgrown child needs constant reassurance. But when a ranch boss’ promiscuous wife is found dead in the barn with a broken neck, it’s obvious that Lennie, albeit accidentally, killed her. George, now worried about his own safety, knows exactly where Lennie has gone to hide, and he meets him there. Realizing they can’t run away anymore, George is faced with a moral question: How should he deal with Lennie before the ranchers find him and take matters into their own hands?
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- Adults: $20.00
- Seniors: $17.00
This show is not recommended for children under the age of 17.
MAJESTIC STUDIO THEATRE
880 Page Street, Manchester NH 03109
Call (603)669-7469 to avoid online fees. (Tues. through Fri. 9am-5pm)
CONTENT WARNING:
Of Mice and Men was written in 1937 and explores how the system uses identity politics to separate and oppress us. It contains themes of discrimination based on race, disability and gender and explores difficult topics relevant to the time period in which the play is set, which still resonate today. The production stays true to the original script, exposing the depths of the characters and inviting conversations around difficult topics set against the brutality of the time.
This production contains racial slurs, depictions of violence and racism, and reference to sexual abuse. Sensitive content includes topics that cover racism, ableism, sexism, violence, assault, murder, and death, plus some language that will appear strong and offensive.
This show is not recommended for children under the age of 17.
Although an important piece of classic literature, with a story that is still relevant today, we want to insure that our audiences are given the opportunity to make an informed decision whether they would like to experience this dramatic show. |
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