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What's Going On : "Disgraced"
Date posted: September 1, 2016
Posted by: Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Photo: Tony Arrasmith/ Arrasmith & Associates
Posted by: Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Photo: Tony Arrasmith/ Arrasmith & Associates
Some plays seem ageless, while others are uncannily current. DISGRACED is the kind of play that succeeds in
being both timeless and timely. Winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for drama and a 2015 Tony Award nominee
for best play, Ayad Akhtar’s DISGRACED makes its regional premiere to open the Cincinnati Playhouse in the
Park’s 2016-17 Thompson Shelterhouse season from Sept. 24 through Oct. 23.
DISGRACED asks audiences to examine taboo subjects such as religion and politics, to explore their own biases
surrounding culture and identity and to question preconceived notions regarding the American Dream and the
experiences faced by Muslims in our country. Currently one of the most-produced plays across the U.S.,
DISGRACED was a sold-out hit in New York, London and Chicago.
The Playhouse invites patrons to go beyond the play and take part in Playhouse Perspectives discussions at 7 p.
m. Monday, Sept. 26, and 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10. The first, featuring representatives from The Islamic Center
of Greater Cincinnati, will focus on a basic understanding of Islam and what it means to be an American Muslim
today. The second will look at representations of Muslims in the media. The discussions are free and open to the
public, but reservations are required and may be made by contacting the Playhouse Box Office at 513-421-3888.
Additionally, The Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati has graciously offered to provide special 90-minute tours
for Playhouse patrons interested in visiting its facility in West Chester. Participants will learn about the basics of
Islam and have the opportunity to explore the art and architecture of the campus, including the mosque and
education building. A $2 donation is suggested at the door. Space is limited, so reservations should be made by
calling the Playhouse Box Office at 513-421-3888.
Learn more including performance times and ticket prices here or visit www.cincyplay.com.
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being both timeless and timely. Winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for drama and a 2015 Tony Award nominee
for best play, Ayad Akhtar’s DISGRACED makes its regional premiere to open the Cincinnati Playhouse in the
Park’s 2016-17 Thompson Shelterhouse season from Sept. 24 through Oct. 23.
DISGRACED asks audiences to examine taboo subjects such as religion and politics, to explore their own biases
surrounding culture and identity and to question preconceived notions regarding the American Dream and the
experiences faced by Muslims in our country. Currently one of the most-produced plays across the U.S.,
DISGRACED was a sold-out hit in New York, London and Chicago.
The Playhouse invites patrons to go beyond the play and take part in Playhouse Perspectives discussions at 7 p.
m. Monday, Sept. 26, and 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10. The first, featuring representatives from The Islamic Center
of Greater Cincinnati, will focus on a basic understanding of Islam and what it means to be an American Muslim
today. The second will look at representations of Muslims in the media. The discussions are free and open to the
public, but reservations are required and may be made by contacting the Playhouse Box Office at 513-421-3888.
Additionally, The Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati has graciously offered to provide special 90-minute tours
for Playhouse patrons interested in visiting its facility in West Chester. Participants will learn about the basics of
Islam and have the opportunity to explore the art and architecture of the campus, including the mosque and
education building. A $2 donation is suggested at the door. Space is limited, so reservations should be made by
calling the Playhouse Box Office at 513-421-3888.
Learn more including performance times and ticket prices here or visit www.cincyplay.com.
Got a comment on What's Going On? Click here.
Also tweet us at @AGCinspires or follow us on Facebook
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