Arthur Miller’s 1949 classic, Death of a Salesman, is a Pulitzer Prize winning American play that has inspired thespians since its post-Second World War debut.
In Death of a Salesman, Miller taps into the American psyche through the dysfunctional relationships of the Loman family. More importantly, this classic criticized the burgeoning quest for materialism that replaced the values of America’s founding fathers, something many felt was a betrayal.
The play captures the last few days of travelling salesman Willy Loman (Tom Wood) as he recalls memories from the past as he tried to provide for his family while pursuing the American dream.
In addition to Wood, the play stars Brenda Bazinet, Tim Campbell and John Ullyatt.
Death of a Salesman opens Thursday, Sept. 29 for a two-week run at the Citadel’s Shoctor Theatre. Opening night tickets are $83. Regular run tickets are $51 to $62. Tickets for preview nights for Sept. 24-25 and Sept. 27-28 are $24 to $56. Call 780-425-1820 or go online to: www.citadeltheatre.com.
Long an undervalued musical instrument, yet one that is used extensively in commercials and film scores, the accordion is finally is receiving its annual due this weekend.
The Accordion Extravaganza running Saturday Sept. 24 and Sunday Sept. 25 at the Southeast Seniors Centre. It boasts an all-ages competition that doubles as a non-stop musical show. There is also a trade show, dance and pancake breakfast.
Saturday is jam-packed with an open stage all-ages competition, a workshop by award-winning Anthony Rolando and a dance programmed with waltzes, foxtrots, polkas, country, rock and Latin rhythms.
Rolando is a world champion who has played at Carnegie Hall and performed with Tony Bennett and for George Bush.
Entertaining the dance crowd is Saskatchewan’s Len Gadica’s one-man band. Tickets for the dance are $15 and include a lunch. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the dance is from 8 to 11:30 p.m.
Sunday follows with a pancake breakfast and an open champion competition.
Events throughout the day run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The centre is located at 9350 – 82 Street.
More information is available at www.edmontonaccordion.com.
