Have some particular thoughts about capitalism, the legal system, and bureaucracy? Well then this is the perfect show for you! Urinetown is a satirical comedy musical that takes place in a Gotham-like city, where there is a government-enforced ban on private toilets. Forced to pay for public amenities that profits a single company, the people fight back against the system and plan a revolution. Ann Arbor Civic Theatre’s bringing this unique musical to the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre this weekend. Tickets are $15 for students, but with a Passport to the Arts, students can attend for free!
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PREVIEW: A Streetcar Named Desire
Rude Mechanicals is performing one of the greatest pieces of Southern Gothic literature and modern American theatre. “A Streetcar Named Desire” follows Blanche DuBois, a Southern belle coping with personal losses who goes to stay with her sister Stella in New Orleans. There, she witnesses the volatile relationship between Stella and her husband Stanley, and her involvement can only lead to pain. Tennessee Williams’ brilliant play is taking place in the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre this weekend at 8 PM on April 5 and 6 and 2 PM on April 7. Tickets can be bought at MUTO in the League Underground, where a Passport to the Arts can be redeemed for a free ticket as well.
