Red Noses to Bring Belly Laughs to Queens
It all began in 14th century France, when the Black Plague was raging. A desperate monk decided that the best remedy was to “let them die laughing,” so he jaunted through devastated villages with a red-nosed group known as “God’s Zanies,” providing his version of sacred relief. This Peter Barnes play, Red Noses, was first…
It all began in 14th century France, when the Black Plague was raging. A desperate monk decided that the best remedy was to “let them die laughing,” so he jaunted through devastated villages with a red-nosed group known as “God’s Zanies,” providing his version of sacred relief.
This Peter Barnes play, Red Noses, was first produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1985. This month, it comes to Queens, but Nicu’s Spoon Theater Company will set this Olivier Award-winning drama in modern day New York City with a score featuring contemporary music.
Directed by Stephanie Barton-Farcas, performances will begin with a special opening night gala on April 8th at The Secret Theatre in Long Island City, and they will continue through April 19th. More information and another dramatic photo are on the jump page.
Details:Â Red Noses, The Secret Theater, 44-02 23rd Street, Long Island City, April 8 through April 19, Tuesdays through Fridays at 8 pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3 pm and 8 pm, $15-$25. (Running time: Two hours and 15 minutes with an intermission.)
Photos: Nicu’s Spoon
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