Thriller with a twist
October 6-22, 2023
Directed by Jeff Richards
7:30 PM — October 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, & 21
2:00 PM — October 8, 15, 21, & 22
Comfortably ensconced in his Connecticut home, Sidney Bruhl, a writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college—a thriller that Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential smash hit. Sidney’s plan, devised with his wife’s help, provides twists and turns of devilish cleverness, and offers sudden shocks in such abundance that audiences will be spellbound until the very last moment.
Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection.
Reviews
“It is a classic thriller, a genre with a style, a manner and an audience of its own.” — New York Post
“The intricately fashioned plot contortions brought gasps, the comedy lines drew delighted chortles…” — The Hollywood Reporter
“Two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy… Suspend your disbelief and be delighted. Scream a little. It’s good for you.” — Cue Magazine
“If you care to assassinate yourself with laughter, try DEATHTRAP.” — Time Magazine
About the Author
Ira Levin was twenty-two when he wrote his first novel, the award-winning thriller “A Kiss Before Dying,” and twenty-five when, fresh from military service, he wrote his first play, the smash-hit adaptation of Mac Hyman’s “No Time for Sergeants.” In the years since, he has continued to work both sides of the literary street. His plays include the comedy hit CRITICS CHOICE, the musical DRAT! THE CAT!, and the thrillers VERONICA’S ROOM and DEATHTRAP. Among his novels are Rosemary’s Baby,” generally credited (or blamed) for having sparked the current revival of occultism, The Stepford Wives, and the international best-seller, The Boys from Brazil, all of which have been made into successful films. His later plays include FOOTSTEPS and CANTORIAL, which enjoyed runs both Off-Broadway and in Florida. His best-selling novel Sliver has been made into a film. A native-born New Yorker, Mr. Levin is an alumnus of New York University and has three sons. In addition to his other accomplishments, he is a four-time winner (retired) of the “New York Magazine” Competition. Mr. Levin’s DEATHTRAP garnered a 1978 Tony Award nomination for Best Play and was awarded a special Edgar Award by Mystery Writers of America. www.iralevin.org
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