THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP

a Gothic Farce by Charles Ludlam

October 7, 2004 – December 18, 2004

A delightfully campy tribute to Gothic horror films, liberally stealing from “Wuthering Heights,” “The Mummy’s Curse” and Hitchcock’s “Rebecca,” two actors play all eight of the play’s characters, racing through a literal quick change marathon complete with nasty werewolves, sneaky vampires and damsels in distress. Throw in a few crazy plot twists, and “The Mystery of Irma Vep” guarantees fun for everyone.

Director: Anthony Caselli

CAST:

John Seibert*
John Lepard*

Scenic Designer: Vincent Mountain
Properties Designer: Danna Segrest
Costume Designer: Darcy Elora Hofer
Lighting Designer: Reid G. Johnson
Sound Designer: Joel Klain
Stage Manager: Amy Hickman*

*Member, Actors’ Equity Association

PRESS QUOTES

“From rapid costume changes, to hidden dungeons, to an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus, Irma Vep is a non-stop carnival of the damned funny”

– On Stage

“Both Lepard and Seibert are terrific, camping up their various roles (as well as the scenario’s melodrama) while bustling through scenes with unflagging energy.”

– The Ann Arbor News

“John Seibert and John Lepard are outstanding, no matter which characters they’re playing… Director, Anthony Caselli, who has done a magnificent job of bringing this all together, has absolutely recaptured the spirit of Camp culture.”

– Between the Lines