The Pests | January 12-30 at 7:30 PM except for 2:00 PM on Sunday | City Stage in Union Station | A brand new adaptation and translation of Molière’s “Les Fâcheux,” translated and adapted by Dr. Felicia Londré
Newly translated and adapted by UMKC professor Dr. Felicia Londré as part of the city-wide celebration, “KC MOlière: 400 in 2022,” “The Pests” follows the hilarious travails of a French nobleman desperately trying—in the face of continuous interruption—to be on time for a rendezvous with the object of his affection. In his 1661 comedy, “Les Fâcheux,” Molière, one of history’s greatest playwrights, dared to mock the hangers-on at the court of France’s Louis XIV. Surprisingly, this airy little garden-set trifle still has the ring of truth in those who would be adjacent to power some 360 years later! When we performed this delightful story last March as a virtual reading, the enthusiastic audience response persuaded our Artistic Committee to mount a full and lively production!
This production is part of “KC MOlière: 400 in 2022,” a celebration of the 17th Century French playwright and actor, corresponding with what will be his 400th birthday in 2022. More information on the ongoing celebration is available at www.kcmoliere400in2022.com.
Tickets are available at 888.343.6946 between 8am and 8pm Monday-Sunday. Or www.kcactors.org/. Tickets are also available through Union Station during business hours, and day of show.
Adult $47
Senior $42
Young Professional (34 and Younger) $32
Group (10 or more) $26
Theatre Industry and Students $22
*Reduced Price for Preview Performances
Phone: 888.343.6946
Email: malcolm@kcactors.org
2022/01/12 - 2022/01/30
Additional time info:
January 12th-14th are Preview Performances. January 15th is Opening Night. Talk-back following the performances on 1/16, 1/19, & 1/21. Industry Night on Monday January 24th.
H&R Block City Stage Theatre at Union Station
30 West Pershing Road, Kansas City, MO 64108