An Adaptation of The Convent of Pleasure, by Margaret Cavendish
Adapted & Directed by Beth Schachter
The demise of Lady Happy’s father has left the fortunate heiress independently wealthy — and the Suitors are circling. But before they can strike, Happy gathers her inheritance and a group of like-minded women, and she forms a utopian Convent of Pleasure, an ideal community of celebratory female-focused pleasures behind unbreachable walls, where the women can live free of the rules of the patriarchy.
Enter the Princess — a mysterious figure from a foreign land. She and Lady Happy fall utterly in love, and at first, Lady Happy is troubled by her feelings, but comes to question why she could not “love a Woman with the same affection I could a Man?” But is the Princess who she appears to be? Is she there under false pretenses? Only time will tell…
A funny, flashy celebration of feminine pleasure and freedom, Happy Endings? brings Lady Cavendish’s utopian exploration to the 21st century.
Content Advisory
This production will feature content that may not be suitable for all patrons. Details will be provided soon.
Performances:
Thursday, April 3 @ 8 pm
Friday, April 4 @ 8 pm
Saturday, April 5 @ 2 & 8 pm
Sunday, April 6 @ 2 pm
Location
Studio Theatre
Trexler Pavilion for Theatre & Dance
General Admission Tickets: Audience members will choose their seat upon arrival
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