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Bellocq's Ophelia
Set in New Orleans in 1911, Ophelia, a young biracial woman confronts a world of racism and segregation, while living and working in a famous octoroon brothel for white-skinned African American woman, known as objects of curiosity and desire. She begins posing for photographer Ernest Bellocq and gradually transforms from model to artist, viewing the world through the lens of her own camera, and embarking on a journey to claim her identity and her future.
Tickets are $10.00 for general public
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If you purchase the DISCOUNT PASSPORT FOR $15.00 this will allow you to see BOTH Bellocq's Ophelia AND The Hollins Playwright's Lab production of The Arctic Circle (and a recipe for Swedish Pancakes) Purchase the $15.00 ticket and present it at both productions and see TWO shows for the price of ONE!!
Please visit The Hollins Playwright's Lab on Facebook for more information on the performance of The Arctic Circle. Running in participation with Mill Mountain Theatre on the Waldron Stage February 14-18, 2012
MARK YOUR CALENDERS! After our Wednesday and Thursday evening performances, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of the original book of poetry Bellocq's Ophelia, Natasha Trethewey will be joining audience members for a Question and Answer session directly following the performance! This event is completely FREE with your ticket purchase!! Just stick around after the curtain for this exciting event!
Both productions are proud members of the 2012 Marginal Arts Festival.
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LocationHollins University Theatre (View)
1800 Quadrangle Ln Hollins University
Roanoke, VA 24020
United States
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| Minimum Age: 15 |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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