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Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company (BETC): The Weir | Oct. 8 – Nov. 1
Carsen Theater · $17.25–$48.30
TOMORROW · 7:00pm
Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company (BETC): The Weir | Oct. 8 – Nov. 1
Friday, October 30 at Carsen Theater, Boulder
About this event
TICKETS A woman arrives at a remote country pub in Ireland and is entertained by the local bachelors who drink there. As the men compete to impress her with ghostly tales, she reveals a startling story of her own. The Weir is a modern masterpiece from one of Ireland’s most acclaimed playwrights, blending haunting storytelling with tender Irish camaraderie. The play reminds us that empathy and friendship grow out of the myths and stories that bind us. Thursday, October 8 is Preview Night, with regular tickets just $25 !
What to expect
The whole play happens in one country pub. The regulars try to impress their visitor with ghostly local tales, and then she tells a story of her own. It runs about 100 minutes with no intermission. The mood is hushed and funny, with a haunting streak. The Carsen is a theater-sized room at the Dairy, so the talk carries well.
Why go
McPherson is one of Ireland's most acclaimed playwrights, and The Weir is often called a modern masterpiece. The Wall Street Journal described it as a meditation on loneliness and community. BETC is Boulder's resident professional ensemble company, and this production is part of its season at the Dairy. It suits anyone who likes a play built on stories, friendship and a good atmosphere.
Where
Carsen Theater · Walnut Street · Boulder CODirections
