THEATRE

    The Breath of Life

    The Breath of Life

    Presented by Lantern Theater Company at St. Stephen's Theater

    February 4-February 28, 2010


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    The Lantern follows up our Barrymore Award-winning production of Skylight with another modern masterpiece by one of Britain's most influential playwrights. Experience David Hare's intimate, electrifying writing in this unexpected love triangle. Frances, a successful author, takes the late ferry to a remote cottage on the Isle of Wight to find Madeleine, a retired curator, near-recluse... and her ex-husband's mistress. Frances is chasing a story – the same story Madeleine might be running from. Eavesdrop on two witty, sexy women of a certain age as the night unfolds its secrets and they discover a shared past.


    • At-a-
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      • Venue Info

        St. Stephen's Theater

        923 Ludlow Street
        Philadelphia, PA 19107

        Full map and directions

      • Admission Info

        Tickets: $20-$50

        Info Phone: 215-829-0395

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      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        February 4-February 28, 2010

        Times:
        Tuesday @ 8 pm [2/10 only (preview)]
        Wednesday - Thursday @ 7 pm (2/16 also @ 2 pm)
        Friday - Saturday @ 8 pm (2/27 also @ 2 pm)
        Sunday @ 2 pm

        The following are FREE for ticket holders on the show dates listed:
        2/12 Directors: In Conversation – Get a first-hand look into each show's design and rehearsal process in this moderated Q&A with the play's director. (Starts at 7pm)
        2/14 Artists: In Conversation – This post-show discussion offers a unique opportunity to talk about our productions with the artists who create them. Meet the actors and hear behind-the-scenes stories. (Starts after 2pm performance)
        2/19 Pre-Curtain Cocktails – Meet and mingle with theatergoers before the show! Join fellow Philadelphia professionals for happy hour specials and complimentary light fare at our local Marathon Grill (10th & Walnut Streets). (Starts at 6pm)
        2/26 Artistic Director: In Conversation – New this year! Ever wonder how we choose our plays? How we know an artist is "right" for a particular show? Or how our theater space informs our performance style? Join our Artistic Director for conversations about what – and who – makes the Lantern distinctive. (Starts at 7pm)

      • Accessibility Info

          We regret that our resident home, St. Stephen's Theater, requires the use of stairs and is therefore not accessible to patrons using a wheelchair. We are, however, able to accommodate patrons with other special needs. When ordering tickets, please let us know how we can assist you.