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ELLEN AND RAY van der HORST present
ENGLISH
- By Sanaz Toossi
- Directed by Kimberly Senior
MARCH 1 – 30, 2025
ROSENTHAL SHELTERHOUSE THEATRE
ELLEN AND RAY van der HORST present
MARCH 1 – 30, 2025
ROSENTHAL SHELTERHOUSE THEATRE
The 2023 winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama takes the Playhouse stage! Four Iranian adults gather in a classroom to learn English with the hopes of passing the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). Humor, word games and vulnerability abound as they navigate the mechanics of language and use rom-coms, Shakira and Coca-Cola as cultural touchstones. But as Marjan, their Iranian-born English teacher, abolishes their native tongue from the classroom, questions and conflicts about identity seep slowly into their minds and hearts. Equal parts touching and funny, this new play from Sanaz Toossi offers a revelatory glimpse into the human desire to belong.
English is recommended for ages 13 and up. As they explore the trials and tribulations of learning a new language, the characters use some strong adult language and discuss themes of prejudice and discrimination.
Be among the first to see the show before opening night and save! Preview performance tickets are discounted.
Share the excitement of Thursday opening nights!
(Formerly Meet the Artists), stay after select performances for a behind-the-scenes discussion with members of the artistic team.
ELLEN AND RAY
van der HORST
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