“Closer”, a show of sex, friendship, painful truths, and unfounded trust, will be performed by Basement Arts this weekend! A play by Patrick Marber, it originally premiered in London before making its way to the United States. It won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play in 1998 and the 1999 New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Foreign Play, as well as being nominated for a Tony award that same year.
The play was made into a movie in 2004, featuring Natalie Portman, Jude Law, Clive Owens, and Julia Roberts. Patrick Marber also wrote the screenplay for the film; I always appreciate it when the original writer has the chance to adapt his own work for a different medium. Natalie Portman and Clive Owens both received Golden Globes for their performances in the film.
Guaranteeing an evening full of intrigue and drama, you won’t want to miss “Closer”! Performances are in the Acting for the Camera studio on the second floor of the Walgreen Drama Center. There is free admission but only 40 seats! Arrive early! The good news is that even if you don’t get a seat one evening, you’ll have five total chances to see this second production of the semester by Basement Arts. Showtimes are:
Thursday, February 4th at 7:00pm & 11:00pm
Friday February 5th at 7:00pm
Saturday , February 6th at 7:00pm & 11:00pm
Check out the Facebook event for the show, which includes a cast list: Basement Arts presents: CLOSER
