Launch your summer with a three-time-Tony-winning, satirical musical comedy that is as timely as it is entertaining. Our story is set in a dystopian future after a severe drought, where all citizens must use public restroom facilities controlled by a megacorporation to conserve water. A biting take on the trope of ragtag underdogs vs. corrupt politicians, Urinetown questions what is required to make real change, as both the character and concept of Hope must break free from the cruel traditions of the past generation. Combine a showstopping song list with a sharp parody of capitalism, the establishment, and the anti-establishment, and you get a musical you'll gush about all summer long.
Directed by Associate Artistic Director Andrew Watring, Urinetown features an all-star cast of People’s Light Company Artists.
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You’ll want to unpack this one. Right after Thursday evening performances, stay for a post-show discussion moderated by People’s Light staff, often joined by members of the cast or creative team. You can bring your thoughts and questions, or just sit back and listen!
Thursday Nights
Relaxed Performances offer a judgment-free, "shush-free" environment where traditional theatre rules are relaxed. During the performance, audience members are free to move around, exit and enter the theatre, or vocalize. All are welcome! At each Relaxed Performance, we offer audio description, ASL interpretation, and a pre-show sensory tour where you can interact with set and prop elements and ask questions.
Sunday, August 1, 2pm
Pre-show sensory tour at 1pm (free with RSVP to diiorio@peopleslight.org)
Headsets provide commentary on the visual aspects of a performance. This supplemental narration interweaves with the real-time, spoken dialogue.
Wednesday, July 28, 2pm
Sunday, August 1, 2pm
American Sign Language interpretation provided by Hands UP Productions. This is also a Relaxed Performance.
During every performance this week, dialogue appears on an LED screen placed near the stage to patrons with hearing impairments, as well as English language learners.
Our Live Caption Glasses offer immersive, real-time captioning for live theatre. These revolutionary glasses display a synchronized transcript of the play directly on the lenses, and are customizable for your comfort.
Live Caption Glasses are available at performances of this play in the date range below. To reserve your pair of glasses, simply add tickets to your cart, then follow the link that appears at the top of the page to add a glasses reservation to your cart for free. For assistance, please contact the Box Office at tickets@peopleslight.org
Book as a group for substantial savings over regular ticket prices! Discounts range from 15-25% depending on the size of your group. We also offer groups a range of benefits that will make your outing unique and memorable. Learn more about group packages here or get in touch directly for more details: 610.647.1900 x111 or groupsales@peopleslight.org.
To expand access to our work, we offer $30 Community Curtain dates throughout the season. The discount is automatic for these performances, no promo code required.
Iconic classics. Pulitzer Prize winners. Stories of family.
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