The Empty Space’s mission is to provide professional quality live theatre to the community of Bakersfield and to create an opportunity for local actors, directors and technicians to work in a creative environment that allows them to express themselves and their artistic ideas while encouraging them to continue to study and improve their craft.
Description
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE
NIGHT-TIME
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon
Adapted for stage by Simon Stephens
Directed by Sheila McClure
Assistant Directed by Oliver Love
Fridays and Saturdays, June 21-July 6 at 8 PM,
and Sunday, June 30 at 2 PM
Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time.
ABOUT THE PLAY
Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain: He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. Now it is 7 minutes after midnight, and Christopher stands beside his neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork. Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington, and he carefully records each fact of the crime. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a thrilling journey that leads to an earth-shattering discovery that will change his life forever.
Featuring the talents of Rei Ferrel, Joshua Coleman, Courtz Colletti, Erica Ortega, Deva Wiloth, Joey Bedard, Sebastian Richardson, Oliver Love, Jordan Fulmer, and Karin Harmon
Please note: This play utilizes flash lighting and loud noises, which may be unsettling for some viewers. Sensory supports such as disposable ear plugs and sunglasses will be available for guests with sensory sensitivities or you may bring your own supports.
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME was first presented by the National Theatre, London at the Cottesloe Theatre on August 2nd 2012 and transferred to the Gielgud Theatre, West End, London on March 12th 2013. The Play opened in the USA at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on October 5th 2014. This Play is presented by kind permission of Warner Bros. Entertainment.
Venue Details
The Empty Space
5417 Woodmere DriveBakersfield, California 93313
