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A Paradise of Fools at Detroit Repertory Theatre

Dates: (11/1/2012 - 12/30/2012 )

Theatre:

Detroit Repertory Theatre


13103 Woodrow Wilson
Detroit,MI 48238-3686

Phone: (313) 868-1347

Tickets: $17 Advanced; $20 at door

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A couple of con artists, Francesca and Bernardo, are down on their luck when they discover a dim-witted shoemaker, Calandino, received an inheritance. The swindlers move into action. Bernardo convinces Calandino that he doesn't look well and summons a renown doctor, Francesca in disguise, who determines the shoemaker is suffering from a condition usually reserved fo rwomen, namely he is pregnant. Calandrino begs to have his manhood restored. A request the doctor readily agrees to....for a fee.

But the raucous farce is just beginning as other swindlers jump into the fray. In the end, money changes hands, but it isn't clear who swindled whom. Only the audience knows for sure.

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Detroit Repertory Theatre is at 13103 Woodrow Wilson, Detroit, MI.

Playing our Part Since 1957 The Repertory is recognized for its pioneer efforts in all phases of theatre and its strong community involvement. Born and bred in the heart of Detroit, the Repertory, since its inception, has remained in the theatre vanguard by staunchly advocating interracial casting, creating novel audience development techniques, stressing theatrical relevancy, inventing an array of cultural and educational community services and playing an active role in neighborhood revitalization.

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